Washington HB2439 modifies cigarette, vapor product, and tobacco product policies to enhance public health.
Washington HB2439 modifies cigarette, vapor product, and tobacco product policies to enhance public health. It includes provisions for licensing, fees, and penalties for retailers, distributors, and delivery sellers. The bill also mandates age verification for purchasers, prohibits free products and coupons, and establishes a responsible vendor program to reduce underage consumption. It creates accounts for cancer research, public health services, and youth tobacco prevention, funded by taxes and fees. The bill sets penalties for violations and allows for seizure and forfeiture of products.
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