Bill > A00884

This bill requires that every electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) and its packaging sold or distributed in New York must be designed by the state Department of Health and include a health warning and disclaimer label. The bill amends existing public health and general business laws to mandate that e-cigarettes and their packages have specific labeling requirements determined by the health department. Retailers must store e-cigarettes in a restricted area, such as behind a counter or in a locked container, with some exceptions for tobacco businesses and age-restricted locations. Violations of these new labeling requirements can result in civil penalties of up to $1,000 for each infraction. The bill aims to increase awareness of potential health risks associated with e-cigarette use by ensuring prominent warning labels are included on both the product and its packaging. The new regulations will take effect 120 days after the bill becomes law, giving businesses time to adapt to the new requirements.

Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A884