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AVO Improvisation Series Limited Edition 19 Announced

AVO Cigars, has announce the seventh installment of the AVO Limited Edition Improvisations Series, a limited series based on unexpected music and cigar inspirations that create rich noteworthy experiences for all to celebrate: The AVO Improvisation Series LE19. “Avo Uvezian broke conventions as the first cigar manufacturer to produce an annual limited edition cigar in the year 2001. In honor of his legacy, we decided to “break the mold” once again, with this unique 2019 release.” states Scott Kolesaire, […]

March 6, 2019 by The Cigar Authority

Dr. Gottlieb Resigns As Head of FDA

The commissioner of the FDA, Scott Gottlieb, announced Tuesday that he is resigning the position he has held or two years effective in one month. He has not yet given a reason for his departure but in a statement via Twitter he said, “I’m immensely grateful for the opportunity to help lead this wonderful agency, for the support of my colleagues, for the public health goals we advanced together, and the strong support of @SecAzar […]

March 5, 2019 by The Cigar Authority

Maryland Legislature Introduces Bill To Remove Cigar Tax

In Maryland Bill SB 826 has introduced by Republican Senator Andrew Serafini (District 2, Washington County) that would remove the tax on premium cigars. The synopsis of the bill states, “Exempting certain premium cigars that are to be sold in the State from the tobacco tax.” Currently the state sees cigars taxed at 15% of the wholesale price. A fiscal policy on the measure stated the state would lose 2.8 million in taxes if the tax […]

March 5, 2019 by The Cigar Authority

Maine Legislators Introduce Bill To Raise Tobacco Tax 305%

The state of Maine has seen House Bill LD 1028 introduced that seeks to raise the tobacco tax on cigars 305%. In the state of Maine cigars are currently taxed at a rate of 20% of the wholesale price, the new proposal would change that to 81%. Under the new bill a cigar with an MSRP of $10.00 which currently retails in Maine at $12.00 would climb to an insane $18.10. The bill is sponsored […]

March 5, 2019 by The Cigar Authority

Louisiana Sees Introduction of Tobacco 21 Bill

While the Louisiana legislative branch won’t meet again until Monday April 8th, Republican State Representative Frank Hoffman from District 15 has filed House Bill 38. The bill which is expected to be taken up in that session seeks to raise the tobacco purchase age in the state to 21. The bill has been provisionally referred to the Committee on Administration of Criminal Justice. HB38 on Scribd

March 4, 2019 by The Cigar Authority

Crowned Heads The Angel’s Anvil 2019 Announced

It’s that time of year when information about TAA releases begin to emerge. The Tobacconist Association of America is a group of retailers and manufacturers that gather each year in the early Spring. At the mini-trade show/networking event about a dozen or so exclusive releases are unveiled and one of the most notable releases each year comes from Crowned Heads. According to an email from Miguel Schoedel, this year Crowned Heads is once again teaming […]

March 1, 2019 by The Cigar Authority

Texas Lawmakers Propose Bill To Raise Tobacco Age to 21

The state of Texas has seen the proposal of HB 749 which would raise the tobacco possession age to 21 and would also require retailers to request ID from anyone under 30 years of age. The bill currently has nine sponsors including Rep. John Zerwas (R-28), Rep. Senfronia Thompson (D-141), Rep. J.D. Sheffield (R-59), Rep. Rafael Anchia (D-103), Rep. Tom Oliverson (R-130). Rep. Gina Calanni (D-132), Rep. Jessica Farrar (D-148), Rep. Eddie Lucio III (D-38) […]

February 27, 2019 by The Cigar Authority

Delaware Joins Tobacco 21 Movement With Bill Proposal

The state of Delaware has joined the ranks of states looking to raise the tobacco purchase age to 21. SB25 would restrictsaccess to tobacco products and tobacco substitutes to individuals under age 21 by doing all of the following: 1. Prohibits sales of tobacco products or tobacco substitutes to individuals who are under 21. 2. Imposes a civil penalty for sales to individuals between the ages of 18 and 21. 3. Repeals the ability of a […]

February 27, 2019 by The Cigar Authority

New Hampshire Cigar Tax Bill Defeated

In January 2019 a bill was proposed in the New Hampshire Legislature by Representative Timothy Horrigan (D-Strafford) that sought to create a tax on premium cigars at the rate of 65.03 percent of the wholesale price. On the morning of February 27, 2019 a voice vote was held in the New Hampshire Senate where House Bill 438 was defeated 293-58. All 53 votes in favor of the tax were made by Democrat. A full list of […]

February 27, 2019 by The Cigar Authority

Tennessee Introduces Bill to Raise Tobacco Age

The state of Tennessee has seen a bill introduced by State Senator Rosalind Kurita (I-22) that would raise the tobacco age in the state from 18 to 21. In addition the new bill would make tobacco possession for those under 21 a Class C Misdemeanor. In the state, a Class C misdemeanor is punishable by up to 30 days in jail and up to a $50 fine. In an article that appeared in the MTSU […]

February 26, 2019 by The Cigar Authority

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