Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 1945: An Act to impose an excise tax on oral nicotine products
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 1945 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act to impose an excise tax on oral nicotine products. Primary sponsor: John Cronin (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (July 23, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5596.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Cronin, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1945) of John J. Cronin for legislation to impose an excise tax on oral nicotine products. Revenue.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Cronin | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Worcester and Middlesex |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Accompanied a study order, see H5596
- Reporting date extended to Thursday June 25, 2026
- Hearing scheduled for 09/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Revenue