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AR SB526

Bill

Status

Failed

5/5/2025

Primary Sponsor

Missy Irvin

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Origin

Senate

95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Prohibits the retail sale of disposable vapor products from "prohibited foreign parties" in Arkansas, with disposable vapor products defined as those with non-detachable batteries that cannot be refilled and are designed to be disposed of after use

  • Authorizes the Director of Arkansas Tobacco Control to seize disposable vapor products sold in violation of the law for court or Arkansas Tobacco Control Board disposition

  • Classifies violations as a Class A misdemeanor

  • Exempts products that have been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration

  • Provides a 90-day grace period after the effective date for manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, and vendors to liquidate, sell, or dispose of prohibited products in their possession

Legislative Description

To Prohibit The Sale Of Disposable Vapor Products From A Prohibited Foreign Party.

Last Action

Died in Senate Committee at Sine Die adjournment.

5/5/2025

Committee Referrals

Revenue & Taxation3/19/2025

Full Bill Text

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