Oppose Premium Cigar Tax Hike in Tennessee

The Tennessee General Assembly is considering two identical bills that would increase taxes on premium cigars in Tennessee. Rep. Bo Mitchell introduced HB 1213 and Senator Sara Kyle introduced SB 946, which would Increases the tax rate on all other tobacco products from 6.6 percent to 17.0 percent of the wholesale cost price. Whether you are a manufacturer, retailer, or consumer; the Premium Cigar Association encourages you to contact the Tennessee General Assembly to oppose these bills today!