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California Assembly Bill 762 was signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsom on September 28, 2026. The law itself bans the manufacturing and importation of disposable vape devices within the state as of January 1, 2027, while banning their sale and distribution anywhere in the state as of January 1, 2028. Disposable vapes include non-cannabis vape devices that contain an embedded battery that cannot be recharged and/or an e-liquid container that cannot be replaced or refilled. Violations could result in product seizure, license suspension or revocation, and escalating civil penalties.

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Effective January 17, 2026, the City of Alhambra, California, prohibits smoking in all common areas and new units of multi-unit residences containing three or more units. The policy covers both renter- and owner-occupied housing and includes private balconies, porches, decks, patios, and other enclosed and unenclosed areas associated with a unit. Additionally, existing units will become smokefree when they become vacant or undergo a change in occupancy. All existing units must be smokefree by January 17, 2029. The ordinance applies to cigarettes, electronic smoking devices, cannabis, and other tobacco or plant products intended for inhalation. The policy aims to protect residents from exposure to second- and thirdhand smoke in and around their homes.
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The Corte Madera Town Council has passed an ordinance banning the sale of nicotine and tobacco products in town, a measure that is cited as one of the country’s most comprehensive. The ordinance prohibits the sale of tobacco and nicotine products at the town’s seven retailers. The ban includes cigarettes, cigars, little cigars, smokeless nicotine pouches, and related components, parts, and accessories. Furthermore, the ordinance goes beyond prohibiting sales at local retailers; it also prohibits residents from having nicotine products shipped to their homes. The ordinance takes effect February 1, 2027.
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Read original here: https://www.kron4.com/news/bay-area/corte-madera-passes-ordinance-banning-nicotine-product-sales/

California Assembly Bill 762 has passed both chambers of the state Legislature and is now awaiting action from Governor Gavin Newsom. If signed, the bill would prohibit the import and manufacturing (with the intention to sell) of new or refurbished disposable, battery-embedded vapor devices containing tobacco beginning January 1, 2027. Beginning January 1, 2028, retail sales and distribution of these products would be prohibited. The legislation excludes devices that are refillable and/or rechargeable, with an exclusion for cannabis products d. Violations could result in product seizure, license suspension or revocation, and escalating civil penalties. Governor Newsom has until September 30 to sign or veto the bill. Californians can contact the governor and urge him to sign AB 762 into law. 

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Read original here: https://calmatters.digitaldemocracy.org/bills/ca_202520260ab762