Signed by Governor Gary Herbert

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that prohibits the use of e-cigarettes and hookah pipes in public places.

Highlights:

• Prohibits the use of e-cigarettes and hookah pipes in public places (Sec. 2 &3)

• Exempts until July 1, 2017 public places that meet the following criteria (Sec. 2, 3 & 5):
• Maintains a class C or D liquor license; 
• Only admits individuals 21 years of age or older;
• Only tobacco products that have been bought or sold at the place of public access may be used; or
• Is a retail establishment that sells e-cigarettes.

• Defines “e-cigarette” as any electronic oral device that provides a vapor of nicotine or other substance that simulates smoking through its use or through inhalation of the device (Sec. 1).

Full Bill Text