The bill amends Title 18 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes regarding the sale of tobacco products, specifically targeting retailers who violate regulations concerning the sale of electronic nicotine delivery systems. It introduces new penalties for retailers, stating that those who sell these products will face a fine of $5,000 for a first or second offense, and for a third offense, they will incur the same fine along with the permanent revocation of their cigarette license. This amendment aims to strengthen the enforcement of tobacco sales laws and deter retailers from selling electronic nicotine products to minors.

Additionally, the bill modifies existing language in the law by replacing the previous penalty structure with the new provisions for electronic nicotine delivery systems. It clarifies that the new penalties apply specifically to violations of subsection (a) related to these products, while also maintaining the framework for administrative actions against retailers. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes/Laws affected:
Printer's No. 1670 (May 08, 2025): 18-6305(b)(2)