Relates to prohibiting the retail sale of flavored tobacco products and accessories

This bill prohibits the retail sale of flavored tobacco products and accessories in the state, directly affecting licensed tobacco businesses and their employees. It defines "characterizing flavor" broadly to include tastes like fruit, mint, and chocolate, as well as any aroma distinguishable from tobacco, and bans the sale of such items or accessories that impart these flavors. Violations of the ban can result in a civil fine of up to $500 per infraction, which may be reported by any member of the public. To protect individual rights, the law explicitly prevents law enforcement from stopping, searching, or arresting anyone solely based on the possession, consumption, or purchase of these products. The restrictions will take effect 90 days after the bill becomes law.