State-by-State Guide to US Vaping Laws

Since vaping came on to the scene over 10 years ago there have been many legislative changes governing their use. In this guide, we will be covering vaping laws in each particular state so you know where it is and isn’t permissible. Some states don’t have any laws in place just yet but that’s always subject to change, especially with the FDA and Big Tobacco involved. Even though there may not be state-wide laws in place it’s important to note that there may be local vaping regulations in your area. For example, Alaska doesn’t have any statewide vaping laws, but the city of Juneau have vaping legislation that prevents vaping in the workplace. Similarly, even though some states may have statewide vaping regulations, this doesn’t necessarily prevent a local government from passing further vaping laws.

In addition, even if a town or city allows vaping, the decision is up to the business owner’s discretion whether they will permit vaping in their establishments. Do the right thing and always ask before you assume it’s ok to vape while out and about. The list below is a guide to show where vaping is prohibited.

Alabama – No Statewide Vaping Regulations
Alaska – No Statewide Vaping Regulations
Arizona – No Statewide Vaping Regulations
Arkansas – School District Property, State-Supported Higher Education Campuses, Child Care Facilities, Healthcare Facilities and State Fairs
California – Non-Hospitality Workplaces, Restaurants, Bars and Gambling Facilities
Colorado – School District Property
Connecticut – Restaurants, Bars, and Gambling Facilities
Delaware – Non-Hospitality Workplaces, Restaurants, Bars and Gambling Facilities
District of Columbia – Restaurants, Bars, and Specified Public Places
Florida – No Statewide Vaping Regulations
Georgia – University System of Georgia Campuses
Hawaii – Non-Hospitality Workplaces, Restaurants, and Bars
Idaho – No Statewide Vaping Regulations
Illinois – State-Supported Higher Education Campuses
Indiana – No Statewide Vaping Regulations
Iowa – No Statewide Vaping Regulations
Kansas – Department of Corrections Property
Kentucky – State Executive Branch Properties (excluding specific outdoor areas, colleges, and universities)
Louisiana – No Statewide Vaping Regulations
Maine – Non-Hospitality Workplaces, Restaurants, and Bars
Maryland – MARC Commuter Rail System Trains
Massachusetts – State-Supported Higher Education Campuses
Michigan – No Statewide Vaping Regulations
Minnesota – State and Local Government Property
Mississippi – No Statewide Vaping Regulations
Missouri – No Statewide Vaping Regulations
Montana – No Statewide Vaping Regulations
Nevada – No Statewide Vaping Regulations
New Hampshire – Public Educational Facilities
New Jersey – Non-Hospitality Workplaces, Restaurants, and Bars
New Mexico – No Statewide Vaping Regulations
New York – No Statewide Vaping Regulations
North Carolina – Restaurants and Bars
North Dakota – Non-Hospitality Workplaces, Restaurants, Bars and Gambling Facilities
Ohio – No Statewide Vaping Regulations
Oklahoma – Department of Corrections Property
Oregon – Non-Hospitality Workplaces, Restaurants, Bars and Gambling Facilities
Pennsylvania – No Statewide Vaping Regulations
Rhode Island – No Statewide Vaping Regulations
South Carolina – No Statewide Vaping Regulations
South Dakota – Department of Corrections Property
Tennessee – No Statewide Vaping Regulations
Texas – Specified Public Places
Utah – Non-Hospitality Workplaces, Restaurants, and Bars
Vermont – Non-Hospitality Workplaces, Restaurants, Bars and Gambling Facilities
Virginia – Virginia Railway Express Trains
Washington – No Statewide Vaping Regulations
Wisconsin – State Fairs
Wyoming – No Statewide Vaping Regulations

For more detailed information on localized vaping regulations check out this breakdown of the ecig laws in local jurisdictions. Check out more on the vaping regulations we are seeing take effect now and in the future. If there’s anything on this list that has changed, or if you have local experiences to share, please comment below to help your fellow vapers stay safe and legal.