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HI HB537

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/7/2023

Primary Sponsor

Scot Matayoshi

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Adds "electronic smoking device" and "e-liquid" to the definition of "tobacco products" in Hawaii Revised Statutes Section 245-1, making them subject to cigarette and tobacco tax laws.

  • Defines "electronic smoking device" as any device delivering aerosolized or vaporized substances, including e-cigarettes, vape pens, and electronic hookahs, but excludes FDA-approved drugs and devices.

  • Defines "e-liquid" as any liquid designed for use in electronic smoking devices, excluding prescription drugs, medical cannabis, and medical devices used to deliver those products.

  • Repeals Chapter 28, Part XII of Hawaii Revised Statutes, which established the electronic smoking device retailer registration unit under the attorney general.

  • Effective date set for January 1, 3000.

Legislative Description

Relating To Electronic Smoking Devices.

Electronic Smoking Devices

Last Action

Referred to CPN/HHS, WAM.

3/10/2023

Committee Referrals

Commerce and Consumer Protection3/10/2023
Finance2/17/2023
Judiciary & Hawaiian Affairs2/9/2023
Consumer Protection & Commerce1/27/2023

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