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OK SB1602

Bill

Status

Passed

4/28/2014

Primary Sponsor

Michael Jackson

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Origin

Senate

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

Enrolled Senate Bill 1602 Summary

  • Expands Oklahoma's tobacco laws to include "vapor products" (electronic cigarettes, e-cigars, and similar devices) alongside traditional tobacco products in all existing youth access restrictions.

  • Defines "vapor product" as noncombustible devices using mechanical heating elements that produce vapor, excluding products regulated by the FDA under the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act.

  • Increases penalties for furnishing tobacco or vapor products to minors, with administrative fines ranging from $25-$300 for first through subsequent offenses and potential license or sales tax permit suspensions.

  • Requires retailers to demand proof of age for tobacco and vapor product purchases, post warning signs at points of sale, and notify employees of the law's requirements before employment begins.

  • Prohibits vending machine sales of tobacco and vapor products except in restricted locations; restricts sampling and distribution near schools; requires products to remain behind counters requiring employee assistance for public access.

Legislative Description

Tobacco products; furnishing to minors; adding alternative nicotine products and vapor products. Effective date.

Government

Last Action

Approved by Governor 04/25/2014

4/28/2014

Committee Referrals

Public Health3/18/2014
Health and Human Services2/4/2014

Full Bill Text

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