North Carolina: House Bill 259 (budget bill/proposed conference committee substitute), which includes language to change the tax rate on snuff from 12.8% of the cost price to $0.40 per ounce and tax alternative nicotine products at $0.10 per container (up to 20 units per container and ½ cent per unit after 20 units), passed the House and Senate. Governor Cooper (D) has indicated that he will let the budget become law. As a result, these tax changes will be effective July 1, 2025.