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NY A00141
Bill
Status
1/8/2025
Primary Sponsor
Linda Rosenthal
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AI Summary
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Defines "nicotine pouch" as a smokeless pre-portioned pouch containing nicotine but no tobacco, placed between the lip and gum for nicotine release
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Prohibits the free distribution of nicotine pouches and bans price reduction instruments, multi-package discounts, and sales below listed price for nicotine pouches, applying the same restrictions currently in place for tobacco products and vapor products
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Bans the sale of flavored oral nicotine pouches in New York State, defining "flavored" as any distinguishable taste or aroma other than tobacco, including fruit, mint, menthol, candy, and other flavors
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Requires age verification (21 years or older) for distribution of nicotine pouches using valid government-issued identification
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Establishes civil penalties of up to $100 per individual package for violations of the flavored product ban, with the law taking effect 90 days after enactment
Legislative Description
Relates to regulating the sale of oral nicotine pouches.
Last Action
referred to health
1/7/2026