HB2778

Arizona HB2778 regulates tobacco sales, requiring licenses for vendors and prohibiting sales to those under 21.

Arizona HB2778 amends state statutes to regulate tobacco sales, including electronic smoking devices. It mandates that retail tobacco vendors obtain a valid tobacco retail sales license starting January 1, 2028, and prohibits sales to individuals under 21 years old. Vendors must verify the age of purchasers using government-issued identification. The bill outlines penalties for violations, including fines and temporary bans on tobacco distribution. It also establishes a tobacco retail sales licensing fund to manage licensing fees and enforces compliance through unannounced inspections.