New York bill A04999 prohibits the retail sale of flavored tobacco products and accessories, imposing fines up to $500 per infraction.

New York bill A04999 amends the public health law to prohibit the retail sale of flavored tobacco products and accessories. The term "characterizing flavor" includes any distinguishable taste or aroma other than tobacco, such as fruit, chocolate, or mint. Licensed tobacco businesses and their employees are barred from selling or offering these products. Violators face civil fines up to $500. Law enforcement officers cannot stop, question, search, or arrest individuals based on possession, consumption, or purchase of these products.

New York bill A04999 prohibits the retail sale of flavored tobacco products and accessories, imposing fines up to $500 per infraction.

New York bill A04999 amends the public health law to prohibit the retail sale of flavored tobacco products and accessories. The term "characterizing flavor" includes any distinguishable taste or aroma other than tobacco, such as fruit, chocolate, or mint. Licensed tobacco businesses and their employees are barred from selling or offering these products. Violators face civil fines up to $500. Law enforcement officers cannot stop, question, search, or arrest individuals based on possession, consumption, or purchase of these products.