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New York May be 1st State to Raise Cigarette Age to 21

April 30, 2013 •

Following New York City's lead, state lawmakers have taken up the cause to raise the minimum age for cigarette purchases from 18 to 21 statewide.

Caroline Cournoyer

Caroline Cournoyer is GOVERNING's senior web editor.