Bill > HB918

This bill authorizes the Baltimore City Council and the Mayor of Baltimore City to create and enforce local laws that regulate the sale and distribution of cigarettes, other tobacco products, and electronic smoking devices, provided these local laws are at least as strict as the state's existing regulations on these items. The bill specifically carves out exceptions, meaning the city cannot enact its own local laws regarding the issuance of licenses for these products or the imposition of taxes on cigarettes and other tobacco products under Title 12 of the Tax-General Article. This legislation is intended to grant Baltimore City more control over local tobacco and e-cigarette sales and distribution, with an effective date of October 1, 2026.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0918?ys=2026RS