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WV HB4567

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/20/2026

Primary Sponsor

Sarah Drennan

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires retailers to verify buyers are at least 21 years old before selling electronic cigarettes, tobacco products, or alternative nicotine products using government-issued photo ID, with mandatory ID scanning and record-keeping
  • Mandates online and remote sales use independent third-party age verification services that cross-reference public records to confirm purchasers are 21 or older
  • Establishes escalating fines for violations: $250 for first offense, $500-$750 for second offense within two years, $750-$1,000 for third offense, and $2,000-$5,000 for subsequent offenses within five years
  • Provides non-criminal, non-monetary penalties for non-management employees who violate the law, including education classes, diversion programs, and community service
  • Allows employers to terminate employees for cause if they sell vape products to minors, provided prior written workplace notice was given

Legislative Description

To require that all in person and online Vape and vape products require an ID scan, similarly to prescription controlled substances and certain cold medicines.

Health

Last Action

To House Judiciary

1/20/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/20/2026

Full Bill Text

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