S 4012 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Modifies tax rate on certain tobacco and nicotine products.

This bill amends New Jersey's tobacco tax laws to update definitions of key terms related to tobacco and nicotine products. It directly affects manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and consumers by clarifying how various products like electronic smoking devices, liquid nicotine, and oral nicotine pouches are classified. The legislation does not change existing tax rates but instead modifies the legal framework to ensure these newer nicotine products are properly categorized under current tax statutes. By updating definitions of terms such as "tobacco product" and "vapor business," the bill aims to align state regulations with evolving nicotine delivery methods.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Mar 19, 2026 Last action Jun 22, 2026
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Jun 22, 2026
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Transferred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee
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Mar 19, 2026
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Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee
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Joe Vitale
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