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IN HB1598
Bill
Status
1/23/2017
Primary Sponsor
Kevin Mahan
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AI Summary
HB 1598 Summary
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Security firms must be independent entities not owned by e-liquid manufacturers, retailers, or distributors, with the certification deadline extended to December 31, 2019.
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Security firms are no longer required to be locksmiths but must meet specified qualifications including employees certified in architectural hardware consultation and fire door technology.
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The alcohol and tobacco commission may issue up to 10 e-liquid manufacturing permits with a $1,000 nonrefundable application fee and $500 renewal fee.
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Security firms must immediately notify the commission if they no longer meet required standards, and the commission may allow continued operation if corrective steps are being taken.
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Permit renewal is prohibited if the permit holder did not produce e-liquids during the permit validity period, unless the commission finds a valid reason for non-production.
Legislative Description
Regulation of e-liquids. Changes an applicability date in the definition of "security firm" in the statute regulating e-liquids. Provides that a security firm may not be owned by an e-liquids manufacturer, retailer, or distributor. Provides that a security firm is not required to be a locksmith. Removes the date requirement regarding applications for e-liquid manufacturing permits. Provides that the alcohol and tobacco commission (commission) may issue up to 10 e-liquid manufacturing permits. Requires a security firm to notify the commission if the security firm does not meet the security firm requirements. Provides that the commission may allow a security firm
Last Action
First reading: referred to Committee on Public Policy
1/23/2017