New York Association of Convenience Stores

New York state’s cigarette excise tax increases today.

Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposal to ban the sale of flavored tobacco products, including menthol cigarettes, is in doubt after state lawmakers released their budget plans this week.

Following New York Governor Andrew Cuomo’s emergency executive move Sunday to direct the state health department to ban the sale of flavored e-cigarettes,…

The Albany County Legislature held a hearing and a procedural vote Monday on a controversial local law that would ban flavored tobacco products. Local Law…

A new report says New York state is making progress when it comes to implementing policies to combat cancer. The American Cancer Society Cancer Action…

The Albany County Legislature is poised to vote on a law that would ban the sale of flavored vapor and smoke-free tobacco products. If Local Law E is…

A proposed ban on retail sales of flavored tobacco and electronic cigarette products in Albany County is being challenged by convenience store owners. The…