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San Diego County officially adopted an ordinance Tuesday that puts a one-year moratorium on the sale of electronic smoking devices, and places a prohibition on flavored vaping liquid as well as on smoking or vaping in outdoor dining areas.
How will California’s new vaping laws affect the tobacco industry?
It is now illegal for any person to vape or use an e-cigarette device on school properties, as well as in workplaces and public places. The ban extends to bars, warehouses and hotel lobbies. Experts predict California’s new vaping laws and restrictions will have a major effect on the tobacco and vaping industries in the state.
Is smoking allowed in unincorporated San Diego?
On January 28, 2020, the County of San Diego Board of Supervisors approved an ordinance (Ordinance No. 10647) to reduce the impacts of tobacco in the unincorporated area of San Diego County. Effective July 1, 2020: Smoking is prohibited in all outdoor dining areas, and within 25 feet from the perimeter of such areas.
Is it illegal to vape on school grounds?
Ban on vaping on school grounds. It is now illegal for any person to vape or use an e-cigarette device on school properties, as well as in workplaces and public places. The ban extends to bars, warehouses and hotel lobbies.
Are e-cigarettes banned in California?
Although California’s new vaping laws enact major changes, some states have taken their stance against e-cigarettes even further by banning these devices.
Which state has the first smoke free workplace law?
California. California is a pioneer of the smoke-free movement, establishing the first statewide smoke-free workplace law.
Who enforces tobacco laws?
State and local tobacco control laws and regulations are enforced by the local law enforcement agency in the jurisdiction where the violation occurred. To see a list of local law enforcement agencies by jurisdiction visit Reporting Violations.
What is a TRL in San Diego?
Tobacco retailers must apply for and receive an annual County of San Diego Tobacco Retail License (TRL) to sell tobacco products. Tobacco retailers should comply with all operating and tobacco product requirements of the Tobacco Retail Licensing Program.
How does the federal government reduce youth exposure to secondhand smoke?
Federal, state, county, and local laws reduce youth access to tobacco and unwanted exposure to secondhand smoke through smoke-free and tobacco sales policies.
What is tobacco control?
Tobacco control laws and regulations protect the health of the public and promote smoke-free environments. Laws are typically enforced by the local law enforcement agency in the jurisdiction where the violation occurred. See links below for information about federal, state, and local laws.
When will the TRL be issued in San Diego County?
10699) creating a Tobacco Retail Licensing Program in the unincorporated area of San Diego County. Effective July 1, 2021: Tobacco retailers must apply for and receive an annual County of San Diego Tobacco Retail License (TRL) ...
When did San Diego County adopt the 10647?
On January 28, 2020, the County of San Diego Board of Supervisors approved an ordinance (Ordinance No. 10647) to reduce the impacts of tobacco in the unincorporated area of San Diego County. Effective July 1, 2020:
Is smoking allowed in outdoor dining areas?
Smoking is prohibited in all outdoor dining areas, and within 25 feet from the perimeter of such areas. Additionally, smoking is prohibited within 40 feet from a permitted food facility that is a mobile food or temporary food facility, such as a food truck or food cart.
What is a Flavored Smoking Product?
“Flavored Smoking Product” is a product containing, made, or derived from tobacco or nicotine that is intended for smoking, and that emits a taste or smell, other than the taste or smell of tobacco, including, but not limited to, any taste or smell relating to fruit, menthol, mint, wintergreen, chocolate, cocoa, vanilla, honey, candy, dessert, alcoholic beverage, herb, or spice.
What does distribution mean for smoking?
“Distribution” means to give smoking products to the general public at no cost, or at nominal cost, or to give coupons, coupon offers, gift certificates, gift cards, or other similar offers, or rebate offers for smoking products to the general public at no cost or at nominal cost.
When will the CDC ban end?
Yes, this ban will end on February 28, 2021, or earlier, based on other triggers contingent on the outcome of the CDC investigation or FDA approval of such devices.
When will the new Ordinance be enacted?
The Ordinance will be operative on July 1, 2020. The County will work with local businesses to educate them about the Ordinance restrictions and requirements to help them prepare for implementation.
Is shisha a hookah?
“Shisha”, which is a flavored smoking product that is traditionally mixed with molasses, honey, fruit pulp, or dried fruits and is sold for use in a water pipe known as a hookah, is exempted from these restrictions. E-hookah devices are not exempted from the temporary device ban. However, County of San Diego Board of Supervisors directed County staff to return to the Board on April 21, 2020 with a further review of hookah.
