Bill > HB1618

This bill replaces existing indoor air quality laws with a comprehensive new Missouri Clean Indoor Air Act that significantly expands restrictions on smoking and the use of electronic smoking devices (ESDs) in public spaces. The legislation defines numerous terms and broadly prohibits smoking in almost all indoor areas, including public meeting places, government transportation, health care facilities, workplaces, restaurants, bars, gaming facilities, educational institutions, hotels, and many other enclosed spaces. The bill introduces specific requirements for cigar-tobacco bars and retail tobacco businesses, such as prohibiting entry to persons under 21 years old and requiring specific signage. It allows local political subdivisions to enact smoking regulations that are at least as strict as the state law and provides a detailed enforcement mechanism with escalating penalties for violations, including warnings, fines, and potential temporary business closure. The law applies to traditional smoking and electronic smoking devices, and it gives the Department of Health and Senior Services authority to promulgate rules and regulations for implementation. Notably, the bill provides some exemptions, such as private homes, private residences, and certain outdoor areas, while maintaining strict guidelines for most public and commercial indoor spaces.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB1618&year=2026&code=R