Maryland HB1282 prohibits advertising tobacco products, other tobacco products, and electronic smoking devices to minors.

Maryland HB1282 aims to protect minors by prohibiting licensed sellers from advertising or marketing tobacco products, other tobacco products, and electronic smoking devices to individuals under a certain age. The bill bans certain advertising methods and materials, including cartoons, superheroes, video game references, food product images, and symbols or celebrities associated with minors. It also restricts advertising in publications, at public events, and on outdoor billboards near schools. Violators face fines and potential imprisonment. The bill takes effect October 1, 2026.

Maryland HB1282 prohibits advertising tobacco products, other tobacco products, and electronic smoking devices to minors.

Maryland HB1282 aims to protect minors by prohibiting licensed sellers from advertising or marketing tobacco products, other tobacco products, and electronic smoking devices to individuals under a certain age. The bill bans certain advertising methods and materials, including cartoons, superheroes, video game references, food product images, and symbols or celebrities associated with minors. It also restricts advertising in publications, at public events, and on outdoor billboards near schools. Violators face fines and potential imprisonment. The bill takes effect October 1, 2026.