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House approves bill letting certain vapor products be sold if manufacturers meet federal standards
Summary
The South Dakota House passed House Bill 10‑69, amended to remove a $100 distributor fee, allowing vapor products to be sold when manufacturers meet specified federal or safety standards, with sponsors saying the bill preserves consumer protections while providing a pathway for retailers.
The South Dakota House on Feb. 10 approved House Bill 10‑69 as amended, a measure that would allow vapor products to be sold in the state provided manufacturers meet specified consumer-safety and federal review standards.
Supporters said the bill does not ban vapor products but creates a path for legitimate manufacturers and retailers. Representative Steven Mulder, the bill’s sponsor, said the amendment removes a $100 distributor fee and that the expected revenue loss — “maybe a 10 to $15,000 impact” — did not justify creating a new administrative process. “So I'm fine with the amendment…
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