SMOKE Act
Bill journey · stage 2 of 5
Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in house (Mar 19, 2015)
Stop Selling and Marketing to Our Kids E-Cigarettes Act or the SMOKE Act
Amends the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to define "electronic nicotine delivery system" (e-cigarette) and "e-liquid" (solution used in an e-cigarette). Gives the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authority to regulate e-cigarettes and e-liquids as tobacco products.
Amends the Federal Cigarette Labeling and Advertising Act to include e-cigarettes and e-liquids in the definition of cigarettes, thereby: (1) requiring warning labels to appear on packaging and advertising, and (2) prohibiting advertising in electronic media regulated by the Federal Communications Commission.
Requires the FDA to study the effects of flavorings added to e-cigarettes and e-liquids, including whether flavorings appeal to children or help adults quit smoking. Requires, upon completion of the study, the FDA to consider restricting the use of flavorings.
Directs the FDA to require child-proof packaging for e-cigarettes and e-liquids.
Directs the FDA to set nicotine dosage and concentration limits for e-cigarettes and e-liquids, respectively, and allows for exceptions.
Prohibits advertisement, promotion, or marketing of e-cigarettes and e-liquids in a manner that increases their use by minors. Sets forth authority for: (1) the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to enforce violations as an unfair or deceptive act or practice, and (2) states to bring civil actions on behalf of residents threatened or adversely affected by a violation. Allows the FTC to intervene and appeal in state actions.
What just happenedMar 20, 2015
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseMar 19, 2015
- Mar 20, 2015Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Health Subcommittee - Mar 19, 2015IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Energy and Commerce Committee - Mar 19, 2015IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Mar 19, 2015IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House