# Alaska Tax Threatens Safer Nicotine Alternatives

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Podcast: [Anchorage News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/anchorage-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7570138)
Published: 2026-06-01T03:06:36+00:00
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Alaska’s legislature is quietly pushing a harmful tax on nicotine pouches — a smoke-free tool helping smokers quit — that could make them costlier than cigarettes themselves, undermining public health goals. Added last-minute to Senate Bill 24 with little scrutiny, the 75% excise tax ignores science showing these products are far less dangerous than smoking. Governor Dunleavy has a chance to veto this flawed amendment and protect Alaskans from policy that prioritizes revenue over health — without sacrificing the bill’s other sensible provisions. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/380a81ebec0a3274

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