Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that increases penalties for repeatedly selling tobacco products to minors.

Highlights:

• Increases penalties for repeatedly selling tobacco products to minors to the following amounts, including (Sec. 1):

• For first violations a fine of $250;

• For a second violation a fine of $500; and

• For third and subsequent violations a fine of $1,000.

• Requires that repeat offenders be subject to public nuisance laws (Sec. 1).

• Specifies that the provisions of this bill shall become effective immediately following passage and approval by the governor (Sec. 1).

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