The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 461.19, to prohibit local units of government from banning the sale of flavored tobacco products. It introduces new definitions for terms such as "flavored product," "electronic delivery device," and "nicotine or lobelia delivery product," which clarify the scope of the legislation. Additionally, the bill specifies that local ordinances cannot impose a ban on flavored products or create regulations that would effectively prevent their sale within the jurisdiction of counties, home rule charter or statutory cities, or towns.

Furthermore, the bill ensures that local governing bodies must provide notice to licensees regarding any proposed ordinance changes related to tobacco sales, requiring a 30-day notice period before meetings to discuss such changes. The effective date of this legislation is set for the day following its final enactment. Overall, the bill aims to standardize the regulation of flavored tobacco products across Minnesota, preventing local governments from enacting more restrictive measures.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 461.19