New Jersey § 2a:170-51

§ 2a:170-51.

The Legislature finds and declares that: a. There has been a proliferation of flavored cigarettes in recent years, and many

of these products have fruit, chocolate or other flavors that are particularly attractive

to children; b. According to public health experts, the existence of these products increases the

incidence of tobacco use among children; c. The earlier a person begins using tobacco, the more likely the person will become

addicted to tobacco products and continue to smoke throughout that person's life; d. As a result, flavored cigarettes lead to increased tobacco use and addiction, higher

health care costs, and a greater incidence of smoking-related illness and death;

and e. Therefore, flavored cigarettes pose a significant threat to the health of the general

public, and the protection of the public health warrants that the sale and distribution

of these products be prohibited in this State.