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New FDA Proposal Takes Aim At Tobacco Industry Manufacturing And Distribution
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced a new proposal that could add more stringent oversight to the manufacturing process of tobacco products, including premium cigars.
California Bill Would Eventually Ban Tobacco Entirely
A California assembly member has introduced a bill aimed at forever banning tobacco sales—including handmade cigars—from people born after January 1, 2007.
Federal Judge Issues Opinion In Favor Of Cigar Industry
The premium cigar industry received good news today as Judge Amit P. Mehta issued his opinion on the lawsuit between the FDA and the three main cigar industry organizations.
Federal Judge Hears Cigar Industry Case Against FDA Regulations
Judge Amit P. Mehta heard arguments in the lawsuit pitting the U.S. Food & Drug Administration against the Cigar Rights of America, Premium Cigar Association and the Cigar …
Delaware Bill For Lower Taxes On Premium Cigars Passes House Committee
Cigar smokers in “The First State” may be getting a tax break in the future.
Miami Judge Rules Cruise Companies Liable For Using Cuban Port Facilities
Judge Beth Bloom wrote that the cruise ship companies had engaged in “trafficking activities” by porting in Havana and bringing passengers to tour the city.
FDA-Funded Scientific Study on Premium Cigars Released
The findings indicate that the risks associated with other tobacco products are different from those tied to handmade cigars.
Florida Legislature Passes Bill Targeting Beach and Park Smoking—But Spares Cigars
Smoking on Florida's beaches and parks is under attack from legislation, but lawmakers are sparing cigars.
New Zealand to Create Lifetime Ban on Tobacco For Much Of Its Population
How old do you have to be to buy a cigar, or another tobacco product?