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NY A00036
Bill
Status
1/8/2025
Primary Sponsor
John Zaccaro
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AI Summary
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Expands the definition of prohibited advertisements near schools to include cannabis products and cannabis-related imagery, in addition to existing restrictions on tobacco, electronic cigarettes, and vapor products
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Prohibits displaying cannabis, tobacco, or vaping advertisements in storefronts, exterior windows, or entry doors within 1,500 feet of a school (500 feet within New York City)
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Increases civil penalties from $500 to $5,000 for first violations and from $1,000 to $10,000 for second or subsequent violations
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Requires enforcement officers or the department to conduct quarterly random inspections of licensed cigarette, tobacco, and vapor product retailers to ensure compliance
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Takes effect 30 days after becoming law
Legislative Description
Prohibits any cannabis related advertisements in establishments within a certain distance from schools; increases penalties for prohibited advertisement of tobacco and cannabis products; requires enforcement inspections.
Last Action
referred to health
1/7/2026