Vapor products; legislative purpose; definitions; manufacturing; labeling; marketing; safety requirements; penalties and suspension; Attorney General enforcement; Vapor Products Compliance Fund; repealer; effective date.
HB 1265 sets safety and marketing standards for vapor products sold in Oklahoma, directly affecting manufacturers, distributors, and retailers. It requires child-proof caps, tamper-evident packaging, and specific nicotine warning labels on products, while banning marketing terms like "candy" or "gummy bear" that appeal to minors. The bill also prohibits health-related claims about vapor products and mandates clear labeling with manufacturer details for tracking. These provisions aim to protect public health by ensuring product safety and preventing youth access.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 3, 2025
Last action Feb 19, 2025
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Total actions
5
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Committee
2
Feb 19, 2025
Lower · Passed
Policy recommendation to the Health and Human Services Oversight committee; Do Pass Alcohol, Tobacco and Controlled Substances
lower
Feb 4, 2025
Committee
Referred to Alcohol, Tobacco and Controlled Substances
lower
Feb 3, 2025
Introduced
First Reading
lower
2 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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