SB 257 Wisconsin Senate · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Relating to: the electronic vaping device directory and electronic nicotine devices. (FE)

SB 257 requires manufacturers of electronic vaping devices sold in the state to certify annual compliance with new rules starting July 1, 2025. It creates a specific exemption for devices containing hemp (as defined by state law) without nicotine, which manufacturers must document via lab analysis. To comply, sellers must submit FDA marketing authorization proof, evidence of pending applications, or independent lab results confirming the device meets the hemp/nicotine exemption. This directly affects vaping device manufacturers and distributors operating in the state.
Bill status failed 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced May 16, 2025 Last action Mar 23, 2026
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Committee
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Amendments
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Jun 11, 2025
Upper · Passed
Report passage as amended recommended by Committee on Agriculture and Revenue, Ayes 7, Noes 1
upper
Jun 11, 2025
Upper · Passed
Report adoption of Senate Substitute Amendment 1 recommended by Committee on Agriculture and Revenue, Ayes 7, Noes 1
upper
Jun 2, 2025
Introduced
Senate Substitute Amendment 1 offered by Senator Testin
upper
May 16, 2025
Introduced
Introduced by Senator Testin; cosponsored by Representative Kurtz
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Patrick Testin
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