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CO HB1150

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/25/2016

Primary Sponsor

Kathleen Conti

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Origin

House of Representatives

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Clarifies that Colorado counties may enact ordinances or resolutions prohibiting possession of cigarettes, tobacco products, or nicotine products by persons under 18 years of age
  • Adds "nicotine products" to the existing state prohibition on possession of cigarettes and tobacco products by minors in section 25-14-301
  • Expands the definition of "possession" to include nicotine products in all three forms: on a person, in custody, or within immediate presence and control
  • Authorizes county boards of commissioners to adopt resolutions or ordinances with requirements equal to or more stringent than state law regarding minors' possession of these products
  • Takes effect August 10, 2016, subject to voter approval if a referendum petition is filed within 90 days of final adjournment

Legislative Description

Counties Prohibit Underage Nicotine Possession

Last Action

House Second Reading Laid Over to 06/01/2016 - No Amendments

2/29/2016

Committee Referrals

Committee of the Whole2/17/2016
Local Government1/25/2016

Full Bill Text

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