The bill, H.B. No. 2735, seeks to amend the Health and Safety Code of Texas by prohibiting the advertising of e-cigarettes, in addition to cigarettes and tobacco products, within a specified distance from churches and schools. The heading of Subchapter K is updated to include "E-CIGARETTE" alongside "CIGARETTE" and "TOBACCO PRODUCT." Furthermore, a definition for "E-cigarette" is added, referencing Section 161.081.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that advertisements for cigarettes, e-cigarettes, or tobacco products cannot be located within 1,000 feet of a church or school, with specific measurement guidelines provided for determining this distance. Existing signs that were established before September 1, 1997, and are located between 500 and 1,000 feet from these institutions are exempt from this prohibition. The provisions of this act are set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Health and Safety Code 161.121, Health and Safety Code 161.122 (Health and Safety Code 161)
House Committee Report: Health and Safety Code 161.121, Health and Safety Code 161.122 (Health and Safety Code 161)
Engrossed: Health and Safety Code 161.121, Health and Safety Code 161.122 (Health and Safety Code 161)