The bill amends sections of the General Laws in Chapter 44-20, which pertains to the regulation of cigarettes, other tobacco products, and electronic nicotine-delivery system products. Key changes include the introduction of new definitions, such as "traditional pipe" and "ultra premium pipe tobacco," which specify the characteristics and intended use of these products.

The bill clarifies that dealers without a distributor's license are permitted to resell cigars to other dealers, as well as ultra premium pipe tobacco, while maintaining restrictions on the sale of other tobacco products intended for cigarettes.

Additionally, the bill establishes that manufacturers and importers may only sell or distribute tobacco products to licensed manufacturers, importers, distributors, and dealers, ensuring that all transactions within the state comply with licensing requirements.

The amendments aim to enhance regulatory clarity regarding the sale of tobacco products and allow for specific exceptions regarding the resale of certain products among dealers. The act will take effect upon passage.