Tobacco Tax Equity Act of 2013
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Just introduced
What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Jan 31, 2013)
Tobacco Tax Equity Act of 2013 - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to tax pipe tobacco, smokeless tobacco products, and large cigars at the same level as cigarettes. Revises the definition of "tobacco products" to include any other product containing tobacco that is intended or expected to be consumed.
Makes smokeless tobacco products sold in discrete single-use units subject to an excise tax of $50.33 per thousand.
What just happenedFeb 4, 2013
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S466)
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in SenateJan 31, 2013
- Feb 4, 2013IntroReferralB00100
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S466)
- Jan 31, 2013IntroReferral
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text of measure as introduced: CR S440-441)
- Jan 31, 2013IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate