SB 140 - Prohibits Smoking Electronic Cigarettes in Certain Indoor Areas - California Key Vote

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Title: Prohibits Smoking Electronic Cigarettes in Certain Indoor Areas

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that prohibits smoking electronic cigarettes in certain indoor areas.

Highlights:

  • Expands the definition of a “tobacco product” to include electronic cigarettes (Sec. 1).
  • Defines “tobacco product” as a product containing tobacco or nicotine derivatives that is intended for human consumption (Sec. 1).
  • Prohibits an individual from smoking or using a tobacco product on certain premises, including, but not limited to, the following (Secs. 10-18 & 20):
    • On the premises of a school;
    • On the premises of a public building; and
    • On the premises of a licensed day care facility.
  • Prohibits an individual from smoking or using a tobacco product in a motor vehicle when a minor is present (Sec. 21). 
  • Authorizes local governing bodies to further restrict or regulate the smoking of tobacco products in any manner that is consistent with the provisions of this bill (Sec. 19). 
  • Specifies that the provisions of this bill do not affect any laws or regulations regarding medical cannabis (Sec. 28).

 

Title: Prohibits Smoking Electronic Cigarettes in Certain Indoor Areas

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