S.2098

Includes menthol as a flavored electronic nicotine-delivery system product.

Introduced·1/16/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2098 classifies menthol as a flavored electronic nicotine-delivery system product.

Rhode Island S2098 amends the definition of "flavored electronic nicotine-delivery system product" to include any product with a characterizing flavor, specifically adding menthol. This change prohibits the sale or offer for sale of such products within the state. Exemptions apply to compassion centers and licensed cultivators registered with the Rhode Island Department of Business Regulation-Office of Cannabis Regulation, except for products containing tobacco or nicotine. The act takes effect upon passage.

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Calendar

May 12

12:00 AM

Senate Finance Hearing

Mar 24

12:00 AM

Senate Finance Hearing

History

May 12

Senate

Committee heard

May 8

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/12/2026)

Mar 21

Senate

Meeting postponed (03/24/2026)