Revised Tobacco Control Laws

This guide covers basic information on tobacco control laws, Federally and in the State of California, as of January 2026. Topics include:

• How to Comply with Tobacco Retail Laws – Overview
• Laws about Tobacco Retail Licensure
• Laws about Selling Tobacco Products
• Laws about Selling Flavored Tobacco Products
• Laws about Delivery and Online Sales of Tobacco Products
• Laws about Required Signage
• Laws about Tobacco Product Packaging
• Laws about Self-Service Display and Vending Machines
• Laws about Tobacco Product Sampling, Couponing, Rebates, and Gift Certificates
• Laws about the Sale of “Light”, “Low”, and “Mild” Tobacco Products
• Laws about the Sale of Bidis
• Laws Prohibiting the Sale, Possession, or Storage of Cannabis or Cannabis Products

This material can be ordered free of charge by tobacco retailers, law enforcement agencies, local tobacco retail licensing agencies, and CDPH/CTPP-funded agencies in California. Orders are limited to 1,000 pieces annually.

To order, use our online checkout or contact TECC customer service for assistance at (800) 258-9090 or help@tecc.org.