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This bill amends Mississippi's existing law on alternative nicotine products by expanding restrictions on the sale and distribution of electronic cigarettes and related devices. Specifically, the bill prohibits the distribution, sale, or furnishing of any electronic cigarette, nicotine delivery device, or related components that cannot be legally marketed or sold under federal law or FDA rules. The bill provides an exception for products where manufacturers have filed a premarket tobacco product application that is still under FDA review. The legislation maintains existing age restrictions, requiring sellers to verify that purchasers are at least 21 years old, either by checking government-issued photo identification for in-person sales or using third-party age verification for online sales. The bill defines alternative nicotine products broadly, including electronic cigarettes, devices that deliver nicotine through inhalation or vaporization, and associated refill components. Violations are subject to escalating fines, starting at $250 for a first offense and increasing to $1,000 for third and subsequent offenses. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving businesses and retailers time to prepare for the new regulations.

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