The bill, H.B. No. 3965, proposes to amend the Health and Safety Code by adding Section 161.0895, which grants counties and municipalities the authority to prohibit the sale of cigarettes, e-cigarettes, or tobacco products near specific locations. These locations include establishments operating within 300 feet of a church, public hospital, or primary/secondary school campus, and within 1,000 feet of a public or private primary/secondary school campus, provided that a request is made by the respective school district or governing body. Additionally, the bill allows school boards to request such prohibitions from local authorities.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that any county or municipal regulation enacted under this section will not apply to establishments where less than 50 percent of their gross receipts come from the sale of tobacco products. The proposed changes aim to enhance public health protections by limiting tobacco sales in proximity to sensitive locations. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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