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Subcommittee tables bill to raise fines, suspend licenses for retailers who sell vapes to minors
Summary
Senate Bill 11-47, proposing higher fines and license suspensions for tobacco/vape retailers who sell to minors, was tabled 5-3 as members recommended stakeholder work on enforcement funding and implementation.
Richmond — The subcommittee on Tuesday tabled Senate Bill 11-47, which would increase penalties and license suspensions for tobacco and vape retailers who sell to minors, after members said enforcement and funding questions remain.
Senator French, sponsor of SB 11-47, described the measure as an effort to make it harder for minors to obtain vaping and tobacco products. The bill would increase the…
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