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Introduced
02/27/2020
02/27/2020
In Committee
05/01/2020
05/01/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/17/2020
05/17/2020
Introduced Session
2020 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To repeal sections 407.924, 407.925, 407.926, 407.927, 407.929, 407.931, 407.933, and 407.934, RSMo, and to enact in lieu thereof fourteen new sections relating to tobacco products, with penalty provisions and an emergency clause.
AI Summary
This bill modifies provisions relating to tobacco products. The key provisions are:
1. It requires new tobacco product manufacturers to submit a premarket tobacco application to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and obtain certification from the Missouri Department of Revenue before their products can be sold in the state. The department will maintain a directory of approved products.
2. It prohibits the sale of any new tobacco product that has not been properly certified and listed in the state directory, with penalties for violations.
3. It transfers enforcement and reporting duties related to the minimum age of 21 for tobacco, alternative nicotine, and vapor product sales from the Division of Liquor Control to the Division of Behavioral Health within the Department of Mental Health.
4. It raises the minimum age to purchase tobacco, alternative nicotine, and vapor products from 18 to 21 years of age throughout the state.
5. It includes emergency provisions related to complying with federal regulations and protecting public health.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Second Read and Referred S Seniors, Families and Children Committee (on 05/01/2020)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.senate.mo.gov/20info/BTS_Web/Bill.aspx?SessionType=R&BillID=34146374 |
| BillText | https://www.senate.mo.gov/20info/pdf-bill/intro/SB1085.pdf |
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