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Traditional Cigar Manufacturing and Small Business Jobs Preservation Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 3:55 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1486
Bill 118 HR 1486, also known as the Traditional Cigar Manufacturing and Small Business Jobs Preservation Act of 2023, aims to provide regulatory relief for small businesses in the traditional cigar manufacturing industry. The bill seeks to exempt premium cigars from certain regulations imposed by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) under the Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act.
The bill defines premium cigars as hand-rolled cigars made from 100% tobacco leaf filler, with a wrapper made from 100% tobacco leaf, and containing no additives other than water. These cigars must also weigh at least 6 pounds per 1,000 units.
If passed, the bill would prevent the FDA from regulating the manufacturing, distribution, and sale of premium cigars, allowing small businesses in the industry to continue operating without the burden of costly and time-consuming regulations. Supporters of the bill argue that these regulations are unnecessary for premium cigars, which are enjoyed by adults in moderation and do not pose the same health risks as other tobacco products. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that exempting premium cigars from FDA regulations could lead to increased youth access and consumption of these products. They also raise concerns about the potential health risks associated with smoking cigars, regardless of their classification as premium. Overall, the Traditional Cigar Manufacturing and Small Business Jobs Preservation Act of 2023 is a contentious piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate over the regulation of tobacco products in the United States.
The bill defines premium cigars as hand-rolled cigars made from 100% tobacco leaf filler, with a wrapper made from 100% tobacco leaf, and containing no additives other than water. These cigars must also weigh at least 6 pounds per 1,000 units.
If passed, the bill would prevent the FDA from regulating the manufacturing, distribution, and sale of premium cigars, allowing small businesses in the industry to continue operating without the burden of costly and time-consuming regulations. Supporters of the bill argue that these regulations are unnecessary for premium cigars, which are enjoyed by adults in moderation and do not pose the same health risks as other tobacco products. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that exempting premium cigars from FDA regulations could lead to increased youth access and consumption of these products. They also raise concerns about the potential health risks associated with smoking cigars, regardless of their classification as premium. Overall, the Traditional Cigar Manufacturing and Small Business Jobs Preservation Act of 2023 is a contentious piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate over the regulation of tobacco products in the United States.
Current Status of Bill HR 1486
Bill HR 1486 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 9, 2023. Bill HR 1486 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 9, 2023. Bill HR 1486's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of March 17, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1486
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1486
Primary Policy Focus
HealthComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1486
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