S 2020
An Act protecting youth from nicotine addiction by increasing the tax on cigarettes
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Bill overview
This bill aims to discourage youth from starting to smoke cigarettes by increasing the state tax on cigarettes. The goal is to make cigarettes less affordable, thereby reducing their appeal to young people. Revenue generated from the increased tax would be used to support tobacco prevention and cessation programs. The bill is currently under consideration by the Joint Committee on Revenue.
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Primary sponsor
John F. Keenan
Cosponsors
Jason M. Lewis
John F. Keenan
Patricia D. Jehlen
Rebecca L. Rausch
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Bill S.2020 194th (Current)
An Act protecting youth from nicotine addiction by increasing the tax on cigarettes
By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2020) of John F. Keenan, Patricia D. Jehlen and Jason M. Lewis for legislation to protect youth from nicotine addiction by increasing the tax on cigarettes. Revenue.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: John F. Keenan Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Revenue
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.2020
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Revenue |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 9/19/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 4/1/2026 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Thursday June 25, 2026 |
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