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- H.R.5955
H.R.5955: Restore Charitable Contributions of Premium Cigars to the Troops Act of 2016
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 114th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced Sept. 8, 2016
- Latest Major Action Sept. 8, 2016
Bill Sponsor
Bill Summary
Restore Charitable Contributions of Premium Cigars to the Troops Act of 2016 This bill amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to allow charitable donations, including free samples, of traditional large and premium cigars to be given to members of the military or nonprofits supporting members of the military. Currently, free samples and charitable donations of tobacco products are banned.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Sept. 8, 2016 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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| Sept. 8, 2016 |
Introduced in the House by Kathy Castor (D-Fla.) |