HB482

AN ACT relating to hemp-derived vapor products.

Introduced·1/23/26
Bill Text

Kentucky HB482 regulates the sale and delivery of hemp-derived vapor products, requiring age verification and labeling.

Kentucky HB482 establishes regulations for the sale and delivery of hemp-derived vapor products, including vape pens and disposable vapes. Retailers must notify consumers that delivery will not be completed unless the recipient is 21 years or older and presents valid identification. All containers must be labeled with a warning and the requirement for a signature from someone 21 or older. Retailers and carriers face fines for non-compliance, while consumers face fines for unlawful shipments. The bill aims to ensure age restrictions are followed in the sale and delivery of these products.

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Where it stands

Current
Licensing, Occupations & Administrative Regulations Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 2

House

to Licensing, Occupations, & Administrative Regulations (H)

Jan 23

House

introduced in House

Jan 23

House

to Committee on Committees (H)