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NJ A1554

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Clinton Calabrese

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Origin

General Assembly

2026-2027 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Increases the presumed "cost of doing business" markup rate for cigarette retailers from 8% to 16% of the basic cost of cigarettes
  • Applies the same 16% increase for retailers who receive both retailer and wholesaler discounts on their purchases
  • Amends the "Unfair Cigarette Sales Act of 1952" (P.L.1952, c.247) to update minimum pricing calculations
  • Takes effect on the first day of the third month following enactment
  • Sponsored by Assemblyman Clinton Calabrese (District 36 - Bergen and Passaic) and pre-filed for introduction in the 2026 session

Legislative Description

Increases presumed mark-up rate for retailer selling cigarettes.

Consumer Affairs

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee

1/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Consumer Affairs1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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