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Title: Prohibits Smoking Under the Age of 21

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that prohibits smoking under the age of 21.

Highlights:

 

  • Defines “minor” as an individual under the age of 21 (Sec. 1).

  • Exempts active duty military members over the age of 18 and under the age of 21 and have a valid military ID at the time of purchase (Sec. 1).

  • Specifies that these provisions do not pertain to individuals born on or before August 31, 2001 (Sec. 7).

  • Prohibits individuals from distributing cigarette, e-cigarette, or tobacco products to an individual under the age of 21 (Sec. 9).

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