Massachusetts bill H2419 restricts local boards of health from banning the sale of legal tobacco products without town meeting or city council.
Massachusetts bill H2419 prohibits local boards of health from banning the community-wide sale of legal tobacco products by authorized stores and establishments. This restriction applies to both wholesale and retail sales within the existing by-laws of the community. The bill ensures that such bans require approval from town meeting or city council. It does not interfere with the board's ability to take emergency actions for specific health concerns or violations.
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