House Bill No. by Representative Romero amends R.S. 26:926.1 to establish a directory for vapor and alternative nicotine product manufacturers in Louisiana. The bill requires every manufacturer whose products are sold in the state to submit a certification to the commissioner, affirming that their products were on the market as of specific dates and that they have applied for a marketing order from the FDA. The bill introduces new provisions for alternative nicotine product manufacturers, including a requirement to provide evidence of their product's compliance with federal regulations. Additionally, it mandates that manufacturers notify the commissioner of any material changes to their certifications and outlines the process for maintaining and updating the directory.

The bill also stipulates that manufacturers must pay an initial and annual renewal fee for each product listed in the directory, which will be used to cover the costs of processing certifications and maintaining the directory. It establishes penalties for manufacturers who sell products not listed in the directory, including a daily fine for each unlisted product. Furthermore, the bill allows the commissioner to adopt rules for the implementation and enforcement of these provisions, ensuring compliance with both state and federal regulations regarding vapor and alternative nicotine products.

Statutes affected:
HB412 Original:
HB412 Engrossed:
HB412 Reengrossed: 26:903(1), 26:911(B)(2)
HB412 Enrolled:
HB412 Act 274: