03-23-2018, 10:40 AM
Another kick in the gut:
WASHINGTON, D.C. - With the issuance of the most recent congressional omnibus budget bill to fund the federal government for fiscal year 2018, it was learned that the legislation did not include language to better protect the premium cigar industry from unwarranted and onerous federal regulations.
Since April 15, 2011, for the first time in history, the premium handmade cigar industry has joined forces with allies such as the International Premium CIgar & Pipe Retailers Association to advance language that defines a premium cigar, and work toward regulatory relief from the threats presented by the U.S. FOod & Drug Administration.
Cigar Rights of America Executive Director J. Glynn Loope stated, "Despite not being in this most recent budget package, it is important to remember that this is a long term fight to protect this skilled artisan pursuit of making, selling and enjoying premium handmade cigars. Since April 2011, over 280 members of the U.S. House of Representatives and twenty-six members of the U.S. Senate have said 'yes' to such a proposition, and over seventy of those voted for the original Tobacco Control Act. This has worked to make the case that the premium cigar industry is an unintended consequence of the original act, and that these regulations go well beyond congressional intent."
Loope continued, "That has led to the current coalition in the 115th session of congress where 143 bipartisan members of the House and twenty members of the Senate have echoed that message. The most important consideration here is that the legislation has, and for the rest of this session of congress will serve as the sounding board for our message to the President's Administration that our cause is perfect for their regulatory reform agenda. We have numerous opportunities from this point forward. The forthcoming Advance Notice of Proposed Rule Making by the FDA will be a unique opportunity to focus on the premium cigar issues that were clouded in the first round of the regulatory process. In addition, we will be focused on our message with the executive branch, and having our allies in congress join us in working toward protection of the premium cigar industry. This battle spans both ends of Pennsylvania Avenue, and this legislation has developed a record for a coalition of Representatives and Senators that will assist well into the future. This all while we work with our industry allies on the litigation against these unwarranted regulations."
WASHINGTON, D.C. - With the issuance of the most recent congressional omnibus budget bill to fund the federal government for fiscal year 2018, it was learned that the legislation did not include language to better protect the premium cigar industry from unwarranted and onerous federal regulations.
Since April 15, 2011, for the first time in history, the premium handmade cigar industry has joined forces with allies such as the International Premium CIgar & Pipe Retailers Association to advance language that defines a premium cigar, and work toward regulatory relief from the threats presented by the U.S. FOod & Drug Administration.
Cigar Rights of America Executive Director J. Glynn Loope stated, "Despite not being in this most recent budget package, it is important to remember that this is a long term fight to protect this skilled artisan pursuit of making, selling and enjoying premium handmade cigars. Since April 2011, over 280 members of the U.S. House of Representatives and twenty-six members of the U.S. Senate have said 'yes' to such a proposition, and over seventy of those voted for the original Tobacco Control Act. This has worked to make the case that the premium cigar industry is an unintended consequence of the original act, and that these regulations go well beyond congressional intent."
Loope continued, "That has led to the current coalition in the 115th session of congress where 143 bipartisan members of the House and twenty members of the Senate have echoed that message. The most important consideration here is that the legislation has, and for the rest of this session of congress will serve as the sounding board for our message to the President's Administration that our cause is perfect for their regulatory reform agenda. We have numerous opportunities from this point forward. The forthcoming Advance Notice of Proposed Rule Making by the FDA will be a unique opportunity to focus on the premium cigar issues that were clouded in the first round of the regulatory process. In addition, we will be focused on our message with the executive branch, and having our allies in congress join us in working toward protection of the premium cigar industry. This battle spans both ends of Pennsylvania Avenue, and this legislation has developed a record for a coalition of Representatives and Senators that will assist well into the future. This all while we work with our industry allies on the litigation against these unwarranted regulations."
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Viva Mumcero - Mahk 12/4/2010 - http://www.stogiechat.com/forum/thread-20737.html
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Weak people seek Revenge, Strong people Forgive, Intelligent people Ignore
Viva Mumcero - Mahk 12/4/2010 - http://www.stogiechat.com/forum/thread-20737.html
Honorary Shield Brother
Weak people seek Revenge, Strong people Forgive, Intelligent people Ignore
