DIGEST
The digest printed below was prepared by House Legislative Services. It constitutes no part of the
legislative instrument. The keyword, one-liner, abstract, and digest do not constitute part of the law
or proof or indicia of legislative intent. [R.S. 1:13(B) and 24:177(E)]
HB 179 Reengrossed 2023 Regular Session Wheat
Abstract: Prohibits the sale of certain e-liquid and vapor products.
Present law provides for the prohibition of specific acts regarding the sale of tobacco products,
alternative nicotine products, and vapor products.
Proposed law retains present law, defines "characterizing flavor", and prohibits the sale or service
of any e-liquid or vapor product containing both nicotine from any source and a characterizing
flavor. Provides that proposed law shall not apply to any e-liquid or vapor product that has received
a marketing order from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Proposed law prohibits the purchase of alternative nicotine products or vapor products for resale
except from a La. wholesale dealer with a valid permit.
Proposed law provides for the creation of a vapor product and alternative product directory. Provides
for certain duties of the secretary and requires the directory to be made public Nov. 1, 2023.
Proposed law provides that beginning Oct. 1, 2023, vapor product and alternative product
manufacturers submit a certification form to the secretary.
(Amends R.S. 26:911(B)(1)(b); Adds R.S. 26:911(A)(7) and 926)
Summary of Amendments Adopted by House
The House Floor Amendments to the engrossed bill:
1. Prohibit the purchase of alternative nicotine products or vapor products for resale except
from a Louisiana wholesale dealer with a valid permit.
2. Provide that proposed law shall not apply to any e-liquid or vapor product that received
an FDA marketing order.
3. Provide for the creation of a vapor product and alternative product directory.