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As of June 1, prices for a pack of cigarettes in New York City is the highest in the US , starting from at least US$13.00 per pack. Previously, the minimum allowed price per pack was US$10.50. The number of places where cigarettes are sold will also go down due to this law.
Health commissioner, Dr. Mary Bassett, said “The cost of cigarettes is rising in New York City, and history shows that higher prices mean fewer smokers. I’m thrilled we’re back on top with the highest pack price in the United States. Now is a great time to try to quit smoking, and our NYC Quits program can help. Even if you only smoke a few a day, or if you don’t smoke every day, the money adds up, and so does the risk to your health.
”The mayor’s office aims to reduce the number of smokers in New York City by 160,000 by 2020.