HB 3178 Illinois House · 101st Regular Session

TOBACCO-UNDER 21-LICENSE

Summary
Amends the Prevention of Tobacco Use by Minors and Sale and Distribution of Tobacco Products Act. Changes the short title of the Act to the Cigarette, Electronic Cigarette, and Alternative Nicotine Product Act. Raises the minimum age for the purchase, possession, and use of tobacco products, electronic cigarettes, and alternative nicotine products from 18 years of age to 21 years of age. Authorizes the Secretary of State to issue a smoking license to a person who: (1) is at least 18 years of age but under 21 years of age; (2) has completed the 8-hour online educational program regarding the dangers and consequences of smoking as verified by the Department of Public Health; and (3) has paid a $50 fee to the Secretary of State. Provides for penalties and other matters. Repeals the Smokeless Tobacco Limitation Act. Amends various other Acts to make conforming changes.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2019
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 15, 2019 Last action Mar 29, 2019
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Mar 29, 2019
Committee
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
lower
Mar 5, 2019
Committee
Assigned to Health Care Availability & Accessibility Committee
lower
Feb 15, 2019
Committee
Referred to Rules Committee
lower
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