SB 360: 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 HB 648.

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 (CHAP0192)
2. April 6, 2026Approved by Governor-Chapter 192 (effective 7/1/2026)
3. March 10, 2026Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
4. March 10, 2026Enrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 10, 2026
5. February 27, 2026Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB360)
6. February 27, 2026Signed by President
7. February 27, 2026Signed by Speaker
8. February 27, 2026Bill text as passed Senate and House (SB360ER)
9. February 27, 2026Enrolled
10. February 25, 2026House substitute agreed to by Senate (40-Y 0-N 0-A)
11. February 23, 2026Passed House with substitute (97-Y 0-N 0-A)
12. February 23, 2026Engrossed by House - committee substitute

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