SB 209
Creating Vape Regulation and Enforcement Act
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- Passed Senate
- Passed House of Delegates
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
Senate Bill 209 creates the Vape Regulation and Enforcement Act to regulate the sale of vapes and vape cartridges in West Virginia. The Alcohol Beverage Control Administration will be responsible for licensing businesses that sell these products and establishing a state registry. The bill also outlines requirements for licenses, including background checks and demographic information, and sets advertising regulations similar to those for video lottery terminals.
Key provisions
- Establishes the Vape Regulation and Enforcement Act.
- Designates the Alcohol Beverage Control Administration as the regulating entity.
- Requires businesses to obtain a license to sell vapes and vape cartridges.
- Mandates background checks for owners and operators.
- Includes demographic information requirements on licenses.
- Sets advertising regulations for vapes and vape cartridges.
- Allows the Alcohol Beverage Control Administration to create penalties for violations, including license suspension or revocation.
Who is affected
- Businesses selling vapes and vape cartridges
- Consumers of vapes and vape cartridges
- The Alcohol Beverage Control Administration
- Owners and operators of vape businesses
Notable changes
- Creates a new regulatory framework for vape products.
- Aligns vape advertising regulations with those for video lottery terminals.
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