Maryland 2022 Regular Session

Maryland House Bill HB789

Introduced

2/3/22

Refer

2/3/22

Caption

Prince George's County - Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products - Licensing Conditions

Impact

If enacted, HB 789 will amend existing state regulations governing the sale of tobacco products in Prince George's County by implementing more stringent licensing requirements. This is intended to better regulate the proliferation of tobacco sales establishments, ensuring compliance with public health laws and potentially reducing youth access to tobacco products. The bill stipulates a license fee structure for new applicants and specifies the necessary documentation involved in the licensing process.

Summary

House Bill 789 aims to establish licensing conditions for applicants seeking to sell cigarettes and other tobacco products specifically in Prince George's County, Maryland. The bill introduces a framework that requires retail sellers of tobacco products to adhere to new application standards, including the submission of an affirmation that they do not hold alcoholic beverage licenses and that their establishments will not be located within one mile of any other licensed tobacco retailer.

Contention

The discussions surrounding HB 789 may include points of contention regarding the balance between business operations and public health objectives. Supporters of the bill may argue that such regulations are essential for safeguarding the health of the community, particularly its youth, by reducing the number of accessible tobacco retailers. In contrast, opponents could raise concerns over increased barriers to entry for small business owners and the potential negative impact on local economies.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MD SB1056

Cigarettes, Other Tobacco Products, and Electronic Smoking Devices - Revisions (Tobacco Retail Modernization Act of 2024)

MD HB1180

Cigarettes, Other Tobacco Products, and Electronic Smoking Devices - Revisions (Tobacco Retail Modernization Act of 2024)

MD HB1341

Prince George’s County – Other Tobacco Products and Electronic Smoking Devices – Requirements and Limitations

MD HB1300

Baltimore City - Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products - Public Notice of Application for County License

MD SB582

Business Regulation - Cigarette, Other Tobacco Product, and Electronic Smoking Device Retailers - Nicotine Replacement Therapy Products (Making Quitting Convenient Act)

MD HB844

Business Regulation - Cigarette, Other Tobacco Product, and Electronic Smoking Device Retailers - Nicotine Replacement Therapy Products (Make Quitting Convenient Act)

MD HB477

Cigarettes, Tobacco Products, and Electronic Smoking Devices – Local Law Authorization

MD SB99

Cigarettes, Tobacco Products, and Electronic Smoking Devices – Local Law Authorization

MD SB259

Business Regulation - Flavored Tobacco Products - Prohibition

MD AB573

Cigarette and tobacco products: licensing and enforcement.

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