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TX SB1317
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/14/2025
Primary Sponsor
Molly Cook
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AI Summary
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Prohibits employees or owners of smoke shops from allowing minors to enter the premises unless accompanied by an adult parent or guardian
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Defines "smoke shop" as an establishment where at least 50% of gross receipts come from retail sales of cigarettes, e-cigarettes, or tobacco products
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Creates a criminal offense for knowingly allowing unaccompanied minors to enter a smoke shop
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Violation constitutes a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $500
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Takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to limitations on the age of individuals allowed to enter the premises of a smoke shop; creating a criminal offense.
Minors
Last Action
Co-author authorized
4/2/2025
Committee Referrals
State Affairs2/28/2025
Full Bill Text
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