Bill > H2369

This bill aims to regulate the sale of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), also known as e-cigarettes, vaping devices, and similar products. The key provisions are: 1. It prohibits the manufacture, distribution, sale, or furnishing of "illicit" ENDS, which are defined as counterfeit or unauthorized products that are not manufactured by a person registered with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Violations can result in fines ranging from $1,000 to $5,000. 2. It requires manufacturers of ENDS to submit an attestation to the state Attorney General, certifying that their products were on the market as of August 8, 2016, and that they have applied for FDA marketing approval, or have already received such approval. The Attorney General will then create and maintain a directory of authorized ENDS products. 3. It prohibits the sale of any ENDS products not included in the state's directory, with civil penalties of $1,000 to $5,000 for violations. The bill provides a 30-day timeline for manufacturers to submit the required attestations, and a 90-day timeline for the prohibition on selling unlisted ENDS products to take effect.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2369