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TX HB3771

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/5/2025

Primary Sponsor

Ana Hernandez

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits retail establishments where 50% or more of gross receipts come from cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and tobacco products from operating within one mile of a public primary or secondary school campus

  • Retailers who violate the distance requirement are subject to a civil penalty of up to $5,000

  • The attorney general is authorized to bring legal action to recover civil penalties for violations

  • Retailers have until March 1, 2026, to comply with the new location requirements

  • The act takes effect September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to the operation near a public school of a retail establishment selling cigarettes, e-cigarettes, or tobacco products; providing a civil penalty.

Education

Last Action

Referred to Public Health

3/26/2025

Committee Referrals

Public Health3/26/2025

Full Bill Text

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