In September 2023, Congress introduced the CARE For Moms Act, a piece of legislation aimed at enhancing healthcare services for expecting and new mothers. However, it is crucial for our industry stakeholders to be aware that this act also proposes substantial tax increases on cigars and other tobacco products.

Scott Regina, proprietor of Emerson's Cigars in Virginia, begins his tenure at the helm of the Premium Cigar Association.

C.L.E. Cigar Company announces that the Eiroa CBT 51 is now shipping! This limited-edition blend is in celebration of Christian Eiroa’s 51st birthday. The cigar made its debut during a 300-person event celebrating his birthday during the PCA 2023 on July 9th. The celebration took place at Eight Lounge at Resorts World, in Las Vegas.

The Premium Cigar Association (PCA) has filed an official comment regarding the U.S. Food & Drug Administration's (FDA) latest efforts to apply a one-size-fits-all regulation across the full spectrum of tobacco products.

United Cigars has started shipping the rereleases of two iconic Firecracker Limited Editions. Wiseman Maduro Firecracker and the Bandolero Firecracker originally released in 2021 and 2022 respectively before the Fourth of July celebrations.These two remarkable cigars are not just cigars; they are a celebration of tradition, innovation, and the mastery of tobacco blending. As they light up the night sky with their bold flavors and captivating aromas, United Cigars invites you to join in experiencing the resurgence of the Wiseman Maduro Firecracker and the Bandolero Firecracker.

This week, the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) endorsed new legislation that would allow cigar bars in Wisconsin for the first time since 2009.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) filed a notice of appeal of Judge Amit P. Mehta's decision to vacate the deeming rule in the case of Cigar Association of America et al v. United States Food and Drug Administration et al (Case No. 1:16-cv-01460-APM)

Plasencia 1865 announces that Jim Young has joined the company as an advisor and board member. Mr. Young has been in the premium cigar industry since 2011 with Oettinger Davidoff AG, first as President - Davidoff North America based in Pinellas Park, FL and then as Davidoff’s Global Chief Commercial Officer based in Basel, Switzerland.