The proposed bill would significantly update current statutes regarding the regulation of alternative nicotine products (ANPs) in Arizona. It would introduce a licensing requirement from the Department of Liquor Licenses and Control (DLLC) for the manufacture and distribution of ANPs, effective January 1, 2028. Key provisions include prohibiting the distribution of ANPs without a license, requiring documentation for licensed distributors, and establishing penalties for violations. The bill also enhances DLLC's authority to remove contaminated products from the market, issue cease and desist orders, and accept private grants for educational programs. Additionally, it mandates that ANPs can only be sold by licensed entities and aligns penalties for selling ANPs to minors with those for tobacco products.

Furthermore, the bill would amend the title of Title 4 from "ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES" to "ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES AND ALTERNATIVE NICOTINE PRODUCTS," reflecting the inclusion of ANPs in the regulatory framework. It introduces new definitions for terms related to ANPs and outlines the responsibilities of the director to enforce laws against the sale of these products to individuals under 21. The bill also establishes a tiered penalty system for repeated violations, mandates educational courses for retailers upon violations, and ensures that all fees from licensing applications are appropriated to the DLLC. Overall, these updates aim to strengthen regulatory oversight and enhance public health protections related to both alcoholic beverages and alternative nicotine products.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 4-101, 4-112, 4-118, 4-205.02, 4-244, 4-241, 4-205.10, 4-205.04, 4-205.08, 28-5201, 4-203, 4-222, 4-209, 38-611, 12-2212, 4-210.02, 4-207, 4-210, 4-203.06, 4-203.07, 4-205.05, 4-203.02, 4-203.03, 4-221, 13-3401, 38-1113, 13-3112, 4-229, 5-301, 4-249, 4-226, 4-203.04
House Engrossed Version: 4-101, 4-112, 4-118, 4-205.02, 4-244, 13-3622, 36-798.07, 4-241, 4-205.10, 4-205.04, 4-205.08, 28-5201, 4-203, 4-222, 4-209, 38-611, 12-2212, 4-210.02, 4-207, 4-210, 4-203.06, 4-203.07, 4-205.05, 4-203.02, 4-203.03, 4-221, 13-3401, 38-1113, 13-3112, 4-229, 5-301, 4-249, 4-226, 4-203.04, 4-402, 111-154, 4-401, 4-403, 4-404, 4-405, 28-3165, 13-802, 13-803
Senate Engrossed Version: 4-101, 4-112, 4-118, 4-120, 4-205.02, 4-244, 13-3622, 36-798.07, 4-241, 4-205.10, 4-205.04, 4-205.08, 28-5201, 4-203, 4-222, 4-209, 38-611, 12-2212, 4-210.02, 4-115, 4-116.01, 4-401, 4-402, 35-190, 4-207, 4-210, 4-203.06, 4-203.07, 4-205.05, 4-203.02, 4-203.03, 4-221, 13-3401, 38-1113, 13-3112, 4-229, 5-301, 4-249, 4-226, 4-203.04, 111-154, 4-403, 4-404, 28-3165, 4-405, 13-802, 13-803
Chaptered Version: 4-101, 4-112, 4-118, 4-120, 4-205.02, 4-244, 13-3622, 36-798.07, 4-241, 4-205.10, 4-205.04, 4-205.08, 28-5201, 4-203, 4-222, 4-209, 38-611, 12-2212, 4-210.02, 4-115, 4-116.01, 4-401, 4-402, 35-190, 4-207, 4-210, 4-203.06, 4-203.07, 4-205.05, 4-203.02, 4-203.03, 4-221, 13-3401, 38-1113, 13-3112, 4-229, 5-301, 4-249, 4-226, 4-203.04, 111-154, 4-403, 4-404, 28-3165, 4-405, 13-802, 13-803