This joint resolution would exempt premium cigars from federal tobacco regulations under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. The bill defines premium cigars narrowly as products that are hand-rolled, wrapped entirely in tobacco leaf, contain all-tobacco fillings, have no filters or flavorings, and meet specific weight requirements. According to the legislation, premium cigars represent only about 1 percent of cigars sold in the United States and are typically sold in age-controlled retail settings like tobacco shops and cigar bars. The resolution cites a 2022 National Academies of Sciences report finding that premium cigar use is rare among youth (under 0.6 percent of users), more common among adults, and poses lower health risks than other tobacco products due to less frequent and intense use. The bill contains no specific funding or implementation timeline and would take effect upon passage.
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