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, in certain locations. Specifically, it updates the heading of Subchapter K to include "E-CIGARETTE" alongside "CIGARETTE" and "TOBACCO PRODUCT." Furthermore, it introduces a definition for "E-cigarette" as per Section 161.081 and modifies existing regulations to state that advertisements for cigarettes, e-cigarettes, or tobacco products cannot be located within 1,000 feet of a church or school.

Additionally, the bill clarifies the measurement of distance for these advertisements, ensuring it is taken from the nearest property line of the institution to the closest point on a street or highway. It also maintains an exception for signs that were established before September 1, 1997, as long as they are not located closer than 500 feet to a church or school. 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)