HB 751 Summary

• Expands tobacco sales regulations to include "tobacco-derived products" (non-combustible products derived from tobacco intended for human consumption) and "vapor products" (e-cigarettes and similar devices with nicotine cartridges).

• Applies all existing tobacco sales restrictions to these new product categories, including prohibitions on sales to minors under 18, requirements for age verification, and restrictions on vending machine placement and display.

• Requires point-of-sale signage at all tobacco product displays and vending machines to notify customers that sale to persons under 18 is illegal.

• Establishes penalties for sellers ranging from $25 for first offense to $250 for third and subsequent offenses, with potential suspension of sales privileges for repeat violations.

• Mandates the Division of Liquor Control submit annual reports to the General Assembly on enforcement activities and effectiveness in reducing tobacco and related product possession by minors.