The bill amends the Youth Tobacco Act by updating Section 2 to enhance regulations regarding minors' access to tobacco and vapor products. It specifies that minors are prohibited from purchasing, possessing, or using tobacco and vapor products in public places, as well as from presenting false proof of age for these purposes. The penalties for violations include fines and community service, with the severity of penalties increasing for repeat offenses. Additionally, the bill clarifies that minors participating in certain undercover operations or compliance checks, as well as those handling tobacco products as part of their employment, are exempt from these prohibitions.

The bill also introduces new subsections that outline the conditions under which minors may be exempt from the restrictions, such as participation in employer-sponsored enforcement actions or compliance checks approved by law enforcement. Furthermore, it establishes that individuals ordered to participate in health promotion programs due to violations are responsible for the associated costs. The enactment of this bill is contingent upon the passage of several other specified bills in the legislature.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 722.642