Nitrous Oxide
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill prohibits the sale of nitrous oxide and nitrous oxide products in South Carolina, with some exceptions. It defines key terms like ‘exempt entity’ and outlines specific uses that are allowed, such as for culinary preparation, automotive performance, and industrial purposes. The bill also creates criminal penalties for selling or possessing nitrous oxide with the intent to sell it, and establishes requirements for businesses to verify the status of purchasers.
Key provisions
- Prohibits the sale of nitrous oxide and nitrous oxide products.
- Defines ‘exempt entity’ including medical professionals, food businesses, automotive businesses, industrial businesses, educational institutions, and government agencies.
- Allows sales to exempt entities for lawful purposes with verification requirements.
- Creates criminal penalties for selling or possessing nitrous oxide with intent to sell.
- Prohibits the sale of flavored nitrous oxide products.
- Requires sellers to verify purchaser status.
- Establishes recordkeeping requirements for sellers.
- Authorizes the Department of Public Health to create regulations and enforce the law.
Who is affected
- Businesses selling nitrous oxide or related products
- Individuals selling or possessing nitrous oxide with intent to sell
- Healthcare professionals
- Food and beverage businesses
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