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WV SB758
Bill
AI Summary
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Prohibits vape and smoke shops from being located within 5,280 feet (one mile) of schools, daycares, colleges, parks, libraries, churches, government buildings, residences, establishments serving alcohol, or other vape/smoke shops
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Restricts signage to one flat wall-mounted sign per shop, maximum 30 square feet, with no off-premises advertising, animated lights, portable signs, or displays of merchandise or marijuana imagery visible from public areas
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Requires county health departments to administer permits, conduct inspections, and process applications within 10 working days, with each county setting its own fee schedule
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Allows existing vape/smoke shops operating before the effective date to continue but prohibits expansion; abandoned shops (closed 30+ days) must comply with new requirements to reopen
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Establishes fines of $100-$500 per day for violations, with appeals processed through the county health department and ultimately to circuit court via writ of certiorari
Legislative Description
Creating Vape and Smoke Shop Location and Operating Requirements Act
Health
Last Action
To Health and Human Resources
3/14/2025