Bill > SB1102

This bill modifies Oklahoma's regulations on vapor products, primarily shifting oversight of vapor product manufacturers from the Alcoholic Beverage Laws Enforcement (ABLE) Commission to the Attorney General's office. Starting September 1, 2025, vapor product manufacturers must submit annual attestations to the Attorney General, certifying that their products have either received FDA marketing authorization or have a pending premarket tobacco product application. Manufacturers must pay fees, provide documentation, and list detailed information about each product. The Attorney General will maintain a public directory of approved manufacturers and products, and retailers will only be allowed to sell vapor products listed in this directory. Violators face significant penalties, including fines ranging from $500 to $10,000 per product, potential seizure and destruction of non-compliant products, and possible misdemeanor charges. The bill also requires nonresident or foreign manufacturers to appoint a local agent for legal service and post a $25,000 surety bond. Additionally, the Oklahoma Tax Commission's Tobacco Products Tax Enforcement Unit will expand its responsibilities to include verifying compliance with these new vapor product regulations. The bill includes an emergency clause, meaning it will take effect immediately upon passage.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1102&Session=2600