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The Taxes & Fees Bill
Delaware raises taxes and fees on tobacco products
An Act To Amend Title 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Tobacco Product Taxation And Licensing.
Bad for everyday people ·
If passed, the bill would raise the price of cigarettes, cigars, vape liquids and nicotine pouches, and double many licensing fees for sellers.
Our take
What we think, in plain words.
Consumers will pay more for all tobacco items, while the state gets extra revenue; sellers will face higher costs to stay legal, which may push prices up further.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- Cigarette tax rises to $3.60 per pack.
- Tax on other tobacco products rises to 40% of wholesale price.
- Vapor product tax rises to 10 cents per milliliter.
- Wholesale license fee doubles to $400.
- Retail license fee doubles to $100.
- Vending machine license fee doubles to $30.
- Tax rates start September 1, 2026; license fees start January 1, 2027.
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