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WA HB2454

WA HB2454
Protecting public health and safety by enhancing the regulation of vapor products.


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Introduced
01/14/2020
In Committee
01/14/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/12/2020

Introduced Session

2019-2020 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT Relating to protecting public health and safety by enhancing the regulation of vapor products; amending RCW 70.345.020, 3 70.345.030, 70.345.075, 70.345.090, 70.345.100, 70.345.110, 4 70.345.160, 70.345.170, 70.345.180, 43.70.170, 43.70.180, and 5 43.70.190; reenacting and amending RCW 70.345.010; adding new sections to chapter 70.345 RCW; creating new sections; repealing RCW 70.345.210; prescribing penalties; and declaring an emergency.

AI Summary

This bill aims to protect public health and safety by enhancing the regulation of vapor products. Key provisions include: - Banning the sale of flavored vapor products to reduce youth appeal and initiation. - Limiting the nicotine content and size of vapor product containers to reduce youth nicotine addiction. - Requiring manufacturers to disclose all vapor product ingredients and constituents to the Department of Health. - Granting the Liquor and Cannabis Board and Department of Health additional regulatory authority over vapor products, including inspections, sales restrictions, and enforcement actions. - Imposing new licensing requirements and fees for vapor product manufacturers. - Repealing state preemption of local vapor product regulations. The bill also declares an emergency and many provisions take effect immediately upon enactment.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (8)

Last Action

First reading, referred to Health Care & Wellness. (on 01/14/2020)

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