Signed by Governor Dan Malloy

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that prohibits electronic cigarettes in public spaces, effective October 1, 2015.

Highlights:

• Prohibits an individual from using an “electronic nicotine delivery system” in certain spaces including, but not limited to, following spaces (Sec. 1):
• A building owned or leased by the state;
• A health care institution;
• A restaurant or bar;
• A school area while the school is in session;
• An elevator; or
• A university dormitory.

• Defines “electronic nicotine delivery system” as an electronic device used to simulate smoking nicotine or other substances, including, but not limited to, an electronic cigarette, pipe, or hookah (Sec. 1).

Full Bill Text