MO SB841

Expands existing tobacco product regulations to include alternative nicotine products and vapor products, defining them as non-combustible nicotine products distinct from tobacco and FDA-regulated drugs.

Prohibits sale of alternative nicotine products and vapor products to persons under 18 years of age; establishes fines of $250 for first violations and $500 for subsequent violations for mail or internet sales to minors.

Requires alternative nicotine products and vapor products to be subject to local and state sales tax but exempts them from tobacco product taxation and regulation.

Mandates prominent age-restriction signage at retail displays and vending machines selling these products; requires proof of age verification for purchasers who appear under 18.

Establishes graduated penalties for violations ranging from $25 to $250 for individual sellers and 24-hour to 5-day sales prohibitions for establishments; allows exemption from penalties if sellers document employee compliance training and signed employee statements.