Bill > S1308

This bill amends existing law to raise the age of possession for tobacco products and electronic cigarettes to 21. The key provisions include: - Defining "young adult" as a person between 18 and 20 years old. - Prohibiting the possession, distribution, or use of tobacco products or electronic cigarettes by minors (under 18) or young adults. - Allowing young adults to sell and distribute tobacco products or electronic cigarettes as part of their employment. - Raising the legal age to purchase tobacco products and electronic cigarettes from 18 to 21. - Increasing fines and penalties for the sale or distribution of tobacco products or electronic cigarettes to minors or young adults. - Requiring retailers to verify the age of customers purchasing tobacco products or electronic cigarettes. - Expanding enforcement efforts, including increased unannounced inspections, to ensure compliance with the new age requirements.

Government Affairs, Justice

State Affairs Committee (Senate)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2020/legislation/S1308/