DE HB241

Defines "tobacco substitute" to include mechanical devices using batteries or heating elements that deliver nicotine through inhalation, excluding FDA-approved tobacco cessation products

Prohibits sale or distribution of tobacco substitutes to persons under 18 years of age, with penalties of $250 for first offense, $500 for second offense, and $1,000 for third and subsequent offenses

Requires proof of age verification from purchasers under 27 years old and mandates conspicuous notices at points of sale stating that selling tobacco substitutes to minors is illegal

Prohibits minors from purchasing tobacco substitutes or using false identification to obtain them, with penalties of $50 fine or 25 hours community service for first violation and $50 plus 50 hours community service for subsequent violations

Authorizes Department of Safety and Homeland Security to conduct annual unannounced inspections at tobacco product retailers and permits minors to assist with compliance testing under direct supervision and parental consent