In December of 2019, the U.S. Congress passed and President Donald Trump signed legislation raising the national tobacco age to 21. Tobacco 21 is an important part of a comprehensive approach to reverse the youth nicotine epidemic, helping to keep tobacco products out of schools, prevent youth tobacco use and save lives. The new law took effect immediately.
In addition to this action, ClearWay Minnesota supports passing a Tobacco 21 bill at the state level to ensure strong implementation, compliance and enforcement and remove ineffective penalties on youth.
Minnesota map showing localities that have passed Tobacco 21
