Bill > S1528

This bill proposes to repeal the state's menthol ban by amending existing laws regarding electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), which are commonly known as e-cigarettes or vaping devices. Specifically, the bill removes previous restrictions on flavored tobacco products and ENDS, allowing the sale of menthol and other flavored products that were previously prohibited. The bill maintains some regulations, such as limiting nicotine content to 35 milligrams per milliliter and excluding sales to minors. It defines key terms like "characterizing flavor" and "electronic nicotine delivery system" and provides detailed definitions to clarify the scope of the legislation. The bill also requires the Department of Revenue to conduct a study on the tax revenue impact of this change, with a report due by July 2027, and sets the effective date of the act as July 2026. The legislation does not apply to marijuana products and allows for online or out-of-state sales of flavored ENDS, while preserving some existing restrictions on marketing and sales of these products.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1528