Bill > HB1650

This bill establishes comprehensive regulations for vapor products and e-liquids in Indiana, focusing on manufacturer certification, product safety, and market oversight. The bill requires manufacturers of nicotine-containing vapor products and e-liquids to annually certify their compliance with FDA requirements, submitting documentation proving they have either received a marketing granted order or filed a timely premarket tobacco product application. The Indiana Alcohol and Tobacco Commission must create and maintain a public directory of approved manufacturers and products, and beginning August 1, 2026, only products listed in this directory can be legally sold in Indiana. Manufacturers, especially those from outside Indiana, must appoint a local legal agent and potentially submit a $25,000 surety bond. The bill imposes significant penalties for non-compliance, including civil fines of $1,000 per day for retailers selling unlisted products and potential seizure of contraband products. Manufacturers must provide detailed product information and update the commission within 30 days of any material changes to their FDA status. The commission is required to submit an annual report to the state legislature detailing the directory's status, enforcement activities, and other relevant information. The bill aims to enhance consumer protection and ensure regulatory oversight of vapor products and e-liquids in the state.