Bill > LB285

This bill proposes to prohibit the sale of flavored vape products (called "electronic nicotine delivery systems" or ENDS) in Nebraska by establishing a comprehensive definition of "flavored vapor products" and creating legal restrictions on their sale and marketing. The bill defines flavored vapor products as any vaping device or e-cigarette with a taste or smell other than plain tobacco or menthol, including products with fruit, candy, dessert, or other flavor profiles. Specifically, the legislation would prohibit licensed retailers from selling, marketing, or advertising flavored vapor products, and would prevent tobacco tax authorities from issuing certifications for such products. Violations could result in significant penalties, including license revocation for retailers - with a potential five-year ban on obtaining a new license for serious infractions. The bill amends several existing statutes related to tobacco and nicotine product sales, expanding definitions and enforcement mechanisms. The goal appears to be reducing youth access to appealing flavored vaping products by creating strict legal barriers to their sale and distribution. Retailers found in violation would face potential misdemeanor charges and loss of their retail licenses, with the broader aim of discouraging the use of flavored vaping products, particularly among young people.

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https://nebraskalegislature.gov/bills/view_bill.php?DocumentID=59026