SB559

Protecting Children from Illegal Vapes Act

Introduced·1/21/26
Intr Text

Protecting Children from Illegal Vapes Act regulates vapor products in West Virginia to protect public health and safety.

The Protecting Children from Illegal Vapes Act establishes a regulatory system for vapor products in West Virginia. It mandates a license for selling, distributing, or offering vapor products, overseen by the Alcohol Beverage Control Administration. A vapor product registry must be maintained, and products must be listed on it to be sold or distributed. Sales to individuals under 21 are prohibited, and self-service displays are banned. The act allows for inspections, enforcement actions, and penalties for violations, including civil and criminal penalties.

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History

Jan 21

Senate

Filed for introduction

Jan 21

Senate

To Judiciary then Finance

Jan 21

Senate

Introduced in Senate