H 3075
An Act relative to protecting youth by closing the synthetic nicotine loophole
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Bill overview
This bill aims to regulate synthetic nicotine products, which are often marketed to youth, by bringing them under the same tax and regulatory framework as traditional tobacco products. Currently, synthetic nicotine products are often exempt from certain taxes and restrictions, allowing them to be more widely available and appealing to young people. The bill seeks to close this ‘loophole’ by treating these products similarly to conventional tobacco, increasing revenue and potentially reducing youth nicotine use.
Key provisions
- Tax synthetic nicotine products at the same rate as traditional tobacco products.
- Extend regulations regarding the sale of tobacco products to include synthetic nicotine products.
- Require disclosure of ingredients and potential health risks associated with synthetic nicotine.
- Increase oversight of the manufacturing and distribution of synthetic nicotine products.
Who is affected
- Youth
- Tobacco product manufacturers
- Retailers of tobacco products
- The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
- Tax revenue collectors
Notable changes
- Addresses the current exemption of synthetic nicotine products from tobacco taxes and regulations.
- Potentially increases state revenue through taxation of a previously untaxed market.
- May reduce youth access to nicotine products.
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Primary sponsor
Marjorie C. Decker
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Bill H.3075 194th (Current)
An Act relative to protecting youth by closing the synthetic nicotine loophole
By Representative Decker of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3075) of Marjorie C. Decker and Bruce E. Tarr relative to the taxation of certain tobacco products. Revenue.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Marjorie C. Decker
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.3075
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Revenue |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/19/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 12/18/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Friday, February 20, 2026 |
| 2/25/2026 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
| 4/2/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5318 |
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