Prohibits use of electronic smoking devices and tobacco products by food delivery drivers while engaged in food delivery.
This bill (A3643) prohibits food delivery drivers employed by restaurants, grocery stores, or delivery services from using electronic smoking devices (like e-cigarettes) or tobacco products while delivering, handling, or transporting food to customers. Violations carry civil penalties starting at $250 for the first offense, increasing to $1,000 for third or subsequent violations, collected through municipal courts. The bill defines "electronic smoking device" broadly to include e-cigarettes, hookahs, and similar products, and "tobacco product" to cover cigarettes, cigars, and other nicotine-containing items. It takes effect 60 days after enactment.
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Feb 2024
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Introduced Feb 12, 2024
Last action Feb 12, 2024
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Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Health Committee
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Carol Murphy
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