Bill > SB936

This bill modifies Oklahoma's Prevention of Youth Access to Tobacco Act by updating the fine structure and enforcement mechanisms for selling tobacco, nicotine, and vapor products to individuals under 21 years old. The key changes include increasing the financial penalties for violations, with fines now specifically targeting both employees and store owners: first offenses remain at $100, second offenses at $200, but third and subsequent offenses now include separate fines for employees (up to $300) and store owners (up to $1,000-$1,500). The bill maintains existing requirements for age verification and proof of age, and continues to allow for potential license or sales tax permit suspensions for repeat violations. The legislation also clarifies that each franchise or business location is considered a separate entity for violation tracking, and sets up mechanisms for driver's license and business license suspensions if administrative fines are not paid within 90 days. The bill will take effect on November 1, 2025, and is designed to more strictly enforce restrictions on selling tobacco and vapor products to minors by creating stronger financial disincentives for businesses and their employees.

Health and Social Services

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb936&Session=2600