Texas HB690 creates a criminal offense for possessing or smoking tobacco inside or on the grounds of certain state buildings.

Texas HB690 amends the Government Code to establish a criminal offense for possessing or smoking tobacco inside or on the grounds of a state-owned building housing a state agency office. The offense is classified as a Class C misdemeanor, punishable by a fine not exceeding $50. The term "state agency" includes various entities within the executive, legislative, or judicial branches but excludes university systems and institutions of higher education. The law takes effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas HB690 creates a criminal offense for possessing or smoking tobacco inside or on the grounds of certain state buildings.

Texas HB690 amends the Government Code to establish a criminal offense for possessing or smoking tobacco inside or on the grounds of a state-owned building housing a state agency office. The offense is classified as a Class C misdemeanor, punishable by a fine not exceeding $50. The term "state agency" includes various entities within the executive, legislative, or judicial branches but excludes university systems and institutions of higher education. The law takes effect on September 1, 2025.