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To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to exempt the premium cigar industry from certain regulations.
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Summary of Bill HR 2111
Bill 119 HR 2111, also known as the Premium Cigar Exemption Act, aims to make changes to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act in order to provide exemptions for the premium cigar industry from certain regulations. The bill seeks to specifically exempt premium cigars from regulations that were put in place by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2016.
The bill argues that premium cigars are a unique product that should not be subject to the same regulations as other tobacco products, such as cigarettes and e-cigarettes. Supporters of the bill believe that premium cigars are enjoyed by adults in moderation and do not pose the same health risks as other tobacco products.
If passed, the Premium Cigar Exemption Act would provide relief to small businesses in the premium cigar industry, who have been burdened by the regulations put in place by the FDA. The bill has garnered support from members of Congress who believe that the regulations on premium cigars are unnecessary and harmful to the industry. Opponents of the bill argue that exempting premium cigars from regulations could have negative health consequences, as cigars still contain harmful substances that can lead to addiction and other health issues. They believe that all tobacco products should be subject to the same regulations in order to protect public health. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2111 seeks to provide exemptions for the premium cigar industry from certain regulations in order to support small businesses and preserve the unique nature of premium cigars. The bill has sparked debate among lawmakers and stakeholders, with both supporters and opponents voicing their opinions on the potential impact of the legislation.
The bill argues that premium cigars are a unique product that should not be subject to the same regulations as other tobacco products, such as cigarettes and e-cigarettes. Supporters of the bill believe that premium cigars are enjoyed by adults in moderation and do not pose the same health risks as other tobacco products.
If passed, the Premium Cigar Exemption Act would provide relief to small businesses in the premium cigar industry, who have been burdened by the regulations put in place by the FDA. The bill has garnered support from members of Congress who believe that the regulations on premium cigars are unnecessary and harmful to the industry. Opponents of the bill argue that exempting premium cigars from regulations could have negative health consequences, as cigars still contain harmful substances that can lead to addiction and other health issues. They believe that all tobacco products should be subject to the same regulations in order to protect public health. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2111 seeks to provide exemptions for the premium cigar industry from certain regulations in order to support small businesses and preserve the unique nature of premium cigars. The bill has sparked debate among lawmakers and stakeholders, with both supporters and opponents voicing their opinions on the potential impact of the legislation.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2111
Bill HR 2111 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 14, 2025. Bill HR 2111 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 14, 2025. Bill HR 2111's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of March 14, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2111
Total Number of Sponsors
5Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
5Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
7Democrat Cosponsors
4Republican Cosponsors
3Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2111
Primary Policy Focus
HealthAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2111
To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to exempt the premium cigar industry from certain regulations.
To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to exempt the premium cigar industry from certain regulations.
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