Amendment of Municipal Code Sections 4-64-100 and 4-64-350 to prohibit sale of menthol-flavored tobacco or liquid nicotine products
On June 21, 2023, the Chicago City Council and the Committee on License and Consumer Protection discussed amendments to the Municipal Code of Chicago, specifically Sections 4-64-100 and 4-64-350. They sought to redefine 'flavored tobacco products', including menthol, regulate their sale, except for large cigars and pipe tobacco, and impose a $1,000.00 - $5,000.00 fine for violations. The Commissioner of Public Health can adjust the price of exempted large cigars based on the Chicago-Gary-Kenosha area Consumer Price Index, with a 90-day rule announcement. The sale of any cigarette package containing fewer than 20 cigarettes is also prohibited.
Sponsors (2) | Ward | |
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Lopez, Raymond A.Primary Sponsor | Ward 15 |
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Gardiner, James M. | Ward 45 |
Date | Legislative body | Action |
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Date 2023-06-21 | Legislative body Chicago City Council | Action Referred |
Date 2023-06-21 | Legislative body Chicago City Council | Action Introduced |