LD1938

Maine LD1938 regulates tobacco sales, bans smoking in public places, prohibits vending machine sales, and increases penalties for licensing.

Maine LD1938 amends tobacco regulations by eliminating the exception for smoking in motel or hotel rooms, prohibiting tobacco sales in vending machines, and increasing penalties for licensing violations. The bill also modifies the tax on cigarettes and defines "electronic smoking device" to include components, parts, accessories, and substances intended for aerosolization or vaporization, excluding separately sold batteries, chargers, or FDA-authorized products. The changes take effect on January 5, 2026.