How old do you have to be to buy cigarettes in new york state?
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How old do you have to be to buy cigarettes in new york state, prior to November 13, 2019?
18
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How old do you have to be to buy cigarettes in new york state, since November 13, 2019?
21
Smoking age
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smoking%20age
Prior to November 13, 2019, the minimum age to purchase cigarettes in New York was 18. Since November 13, 2019, the minimum age to purchase cigarettes in New York is 21.