Bill > A11509

This bill, effective January 1, 2028, amends public health law to restrict the sale of tobacco products, vapor products, and related items like bidis and gutka to individuals born after December 31, 2007, effectively raising the minimum age to purchase these products to 21 for anyone born on or after that date. This change replaces the previous age restriction of 21 years old for all individuals, meaning that anyone who is currently 21 or older but was born before January 1, 2008, will still be able to purchase these products, while those born on or after that date will be prohibited from doing so. The bill also removes provisions related to exceptions for individuals who appear to be over 25 and modifies rules regarding the placement of vending machines for tobacco and electronic cigarettes.