HB 1549-S - DIGEST

(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE)

     Declares that, beginning January 1, 2002, self-service displays of tobacco products are prohibited.  All in-store tobacco products must be sold from behind the counter or from within locked display units.

     Does not apply to retailers who sell tobacco products exclusively.

     Does not apply to sales from within premises where minors are prohibited by statute.

     Provides that, for the purposes of this act the liquor control board has discretion to determine whether a retailer sells tobacco products exclusively or primarily.