This bill amends several sections of the Florida Statutes to enhance regulations regarding smoking and vaping in public places. It revises the legislative intent to include the protection of individuals from the health hazards of secondhand smoke and vapor from both tobacco and marijuana products. The definition of "public place" is expanded to encompass various locations accessible to the public, including streets, parks, and common areas of buildings. Additionally, the definitions of "smoking" and "vape or vaping" are updated to include marijuana products alongside tobacco. The bill prohibits smoking and vaping in enclosed indoor workplaces and public places, with specific exceptions, including the smoking of unfiltered cigars.

Furthermore, the bill establishes stricter regulations for customs smoking rooms, explicitly prohibiting the smoking or vaping of marijuana products at any time within these designated areas. It also makes a minor amendment to the requirements for stand-alone bars, changing the terminology from "defined" to "specified" in relation to the percentage of gross revenue from food sales. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 226 Filed: 386.202, 386.204, 561.695