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Readers respond: Legislators should reject ineffective tobacco bills

  • Nebraska lawmakers approved a proposed 20% tax on the wholesale price of nicotine pouches, primarily Zyn, with a unanimous vote of 41-0.
  • The proposed tax aims to generate about $2.5 million annually and help curb youth usage of nicotine products, according to State Senator Jana Hughes.
  • Currently, nicotine pouches are taxed at Nebraska's standard 5.5% sales tax rate, which is lower than traditional tobacco products.
  • Senator Jane Raybould raised concerns that the proposed tax may deter harm-reduction efforts related to safer nicotine alternatives.
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The Grand Island Independent broke the news in on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.
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