New Rules for Vaping in Public, Advertising and Sales

Public Health (Tobacco) Amendment Bill 2024

1st House

2nd House

Law

Effects of this bill

If this bill passes, it means that:

Selling Vape gear and vape juice without proper authorization will be a criminal offence, punishable by severe penalties, including up to 7 years imprisonment or fines?
Unauthorized advertising of vaping goods is banned under the Therapeutic Goods Act
Existing smoke-free environment laws are expanded to include vaping products. This means that vaping is now subject to the same restrictions as smoking in public spaces, and vaping in vehicles with minors present is explicitly prohibited?

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