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NY A10547
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Alicia Hyndman
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AI Summary
- Prohibits retail dealers from opening new tobacco businesses within 500 feet of an existing licensed tobacco business in municipalities with populations of 20,000 or more
- Distance is measured in a straight line from the center of the nearest entrance of the proposed location to the center of the nearest entrance of the existing tobacco business
- Exceptions may be granted if the local municipality or community board determines the new location would be in the public interest
- Municipalities and community boards may hold public hearings on exception requests and must provide at least 15 days advance notice to the retail dealer
- Covers cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, vapor products, and tobacco accessories including pipes, hookahs, and vaporizers
Legislative Description
Prohibits retail dealers from opening a tobacco business within 500 feet of an already existing licensed tobacco business; provides an exception if it is determined to be in the public interest by the municipality or community board.
Last Action
referred to economic development
3/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Economic Development, Job Creation, Commerce and Industry3/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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