HB 648: Nitrous oxide; sale, distribution, etc., prohibited, penalties.

Official summary

Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.

Distributing nitrous oxide prohibited; penalties. Prohibits the sale or distribution of (i) a device that is designed or intended to deliver a gas containing nitrous oxide through direct inhalation, with exceptions defined in the bill; (ii) nitrous oxide that has, or is marketed as having, the taste or smell of any food or beverage that is distinguishable by an ordinary consumer either prior to or during consumption or use of such nitrous oxide to any person not exempted in the bill; and (iii) a container of nitrous oxide that exceeds eight grams, with exceptions defined in the bill. A violation of such prohibitions is a Class 1 misdemeanor. This bill is identical to SB 360.

Sponsors

Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1

“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.

Recent official actions

1. April 6, 2026Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0191)
2. April 6, 2026Approved by Governor-Chapter 191 (effective 7/1/2026)
3. March 14, 2026Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
4. March 14, 2026Enrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 14, 2026
5. March 12, 2026Signed by Speaker
6. March 11, 2026Signed by President
7. March 11, 2026Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB648)
8. March 11, 2026Bill text as passed House and Senate (HB648ER)
9. March 11, 2026Enrolled
10. March 4, 2026Passed Senate (40-Y 0-N 0-A)
11. March 4, 2026Read third time
12. March 3, 2026Passed by for the day Block Vote (Voice Vote)

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