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This bill raises the minimum age for purchasing, possessing, and using tobacco and vapor products from 18 to 21 years old in Arizona, with a specific exception for active military personnel. The legislation amends several existing statutes to change references from "minor" to "person who is under twenty-one years of age" across tobacco-related regulations. For active military personnel between 18 and 21 years old, the bill allows tobacco product possession and use if they are currently serving in the National Guard, U.S. Armed Forces Reserves, or active component of the U.S. Armed Forces, their branch's regulations permit such use, and they possess a valid military identification card. Violations for underage individuals now include potential fines of at least $100 or at least 30 hours of community service. The bill also updates definitions of tobacco and vapor products, and maintains existing exceptions for religious ceremonies and certain types of tobacco-related paraphernalia. The changes aim to align Arizona's tobacco regulations with federal recommendations and reduce tobacco use among young people, while providing a specific carve-out to recognize the unique status of active military service members.

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https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/82598