West Virginia HB4629 amends tobacco usage restrictions to allow exemptions for tobacco product distribution to individuals aged 18-21 for cessation.
West Virginia HB4629 amends Section 16-9A-3 of the Code of West Virginia to allow exemptions for the distribution of tobacco products to individuals aged 18-21 for tobacco cessation and research purposes in sanctioned medically supervised programs by institutions of higher education. The bill maintains penalties for violations, including fines and non-criminal, non-monetary penalties for first-time offenders. Subsequent violations result in escalating fines.
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