The bill amends various sections of the Idaho Code concerning the regulation of tobacco products and electronic smoking devices. It introduces new definitions, including "Bar within a restaurant," which outlines specific criteria for physical separation from the restaurant, as well as terms like "Educational facility," "Enclosed," and "Tobacco products." A significant change includes the repeal of Section 39-5508, replaced with a new section that mandates the posting of visible and legible signs in designated areas. The bill also clarifies the permitting process for tobacco retailers, specifying that permits must be issued annually for each permanent business location and that they are nontransferable.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes compliance by requiring permit holders to educate their employees about regulations and prohibits sales to individuals under twenty-one, imposing strict penalties for violations. It establishes that tobacco products and electronic smoking devices can only be sold with vendor assistance and outlines civil penalties for permit violations, including fines and potential permit suspension or revocation for repeated offenses. The bill also sets forth a process for inspections to ensure compliance and declares an emergency for the act to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 39-5502, 39-5508, 39-5702, 39-5704, 39-5706, 39-5708, 39-5710, 39-5712, 39-5717, 39-8421, 56-227F