Louisiana lawmaker pushes bill to ban vape product sales within 300 feet of schools

Feb.26

A Louisiana lawmaker has introduced HB 302, which would prohibit businesses from selling vapor products within 300 feet of schools. The bill would measure the distance by a person walking on the sidewalk from the nearest point on school property to the nearest point of the business. It would also give the commissioner authority to modify how the distance is calculated, while maintaining the 300-foot limit.

Key Takeaways

Bill: HB 302; Sponsor: Rep. Tehmi Chassion (Tehmi Chassion), D-Lafayette.
Rule: Prohibits the sale of vapor products within 300 feet of schools.
Scope: E-cigarettes, electronic pipes, and any cartridges containing vape liquid.
Oversight: The commissioner may adjust how the distance is calculated; in 2023, the state released an ATC-authorized directory of products that may be sold legally, and retailers must hold a permit/license.

2Firsts, February 26, 2026

According to Louisiana First, a Louisiana lawmaker is pushing legislation that would ban the sale of vapor products near schools in the state.

The report said HB 302, introduced by Louisiana State Rep. Tehmi Chassion (Tehmi Chassion, D-Lafayette), would prohibit businesses from selling vapor products within 300 feet of schools. The report noted that vapor products include e-cigarettes or any cartridges containing vape liquid.

According to the report, the proposed law would measure the distance by “walking on the sidewalk,” from the nearest point on a school’s property to the nearest point of the business. The bill would also give the commissioner authority to modify how the distance is calculated, but the 300-foot limit would remain in place.

The report also noted that in 2023, the state released a directory of vapor products authorized by the Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control (ATC) to be sold legally. Retailers must also have a permit or license to sell vaping products.

Cover image source: Louisiana First

References:

[1] Louisiana lawmaker advocates to ban vape products from being sold near schools

Also Read:

[1] Alabama House Health Committee advances SB9 to restrict vaping in public spaces under Clean Indoor Air Act

[2] BAT says a U.S. import block on some disposable vapes could cut illegal sales by about a third

[3] Kansas Senate approves tougher vape rules to target unlicensed products and child-directed ads

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