Flavored Nicotine Vapor Licenses; regulate.

HB 1486 would require businesses selling flavored nicotine vapor products in Mississippi to obtain an annual $250 license from the Department of Revenue by July 2025. The bill mandates clear signage prohibiting sales to anyone under 21, age verification for all customers, and bans on packaging appealing to minors (like candy designs or cartoon characters). It also prohibits sales within 1,000 feet of schools or churches (with exemptions for pre-2025 businesses) and authorizes the Department of Revenue to conduct inspections and impose fines for violations. The law directly affects retailers and wholesalers selling flavored nicotine products, while focusing on preventing underage access and reducing youth appeal.