The state of Michigan has raised the legal age for purchasing tobacco and other nicotine products from 18 to 21.
This legislation brings Michigan in line with the federal tobacco 21 law, raising the minimum age for tobacco sales in the state from 18 to 21. The package of bills also includes revisions to several laws aimed at increasing the age of sale for retailers, prohibiting anyone under 21 from entering tobacco retail shops, and banning the sale of tobacco to anyone under 21 through the mail," said Governor Gretchen Whitmer after signing the bill into law.
The comprehensive plan has also revised the payment of taxes on cigarettes and other tobacco products. Senate Bill 576 has also amended a section of Michigan's criminal law, requiring tobacco agents who sell by mail to verify that the recipient is at least 21 years old, and has revised the previous age limit of 18 years old.
According to the legislation, this bill does not apply to the Youth Tobacco Act, which currently prohibits smoking for individuals under 21 years of age instead of under 18 years of age.
Senator Paul Wojno stated, "The package of measures ensures that Michigan state remains consistent with federal progress, and this is an important step in preventing tobacco products falling into the wrong hands." He thanked Governor Whitmer and his legislative colleagues for working together to protect communities and public health across the state.
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