HB 2291
An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in tobacco products tax, further providing for licensing of retailers.
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- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
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Bill overview
This bill amends Pennsylvania’s tax code to regulate the licensing of retailers selling tobacco products. Starting in 2027, retailers must ensure their premises are located at least 1,000 feet away from the property line of public, private, or parochial schools. Existing license holders must meet certain requirements before December 31, 2026, including disclosing all material information and not having made false statements on their applications.
Key provisions
- Retailers must maintain premises adequate to protect revenues.
- Starting January 1, 2027, retailers must be located at least 1,000 feet from schools.
- Applicants must disclose all material information truthfully.
- Applicants must not have made false statements on their applications.
- Retailers must file all required State tax reports and pay taxes.
- Existing license holders have until December 31, 2026, to meet certain requirements.
- The bill addresses licensing procedures for tobacco product retailers.
Who is affected
- Tobacco retailers
- School districts
- The Department of Revenue
- Businesses selling tobacco products
Notable changes
- Introduces a distance requirement (1,000 feet) between tobacco retailers and schools.
- Establishes specific requirements for retail license applications, effective January 1, 2027.
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Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Benjamin Sanchez
Jose Giral
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