AN ACT relating to hemp-derived vapor products.

Create a new section of KRS Chapter 438 to define "hemp-derived vapor product," "retailer," and "vapor product"; require a retailer to verify that a recipient of a shipment or delivery of hemp-derived vapor products is at least 21 years old; require visual examination or use of age verification technology to verify the recipient's identity at delivery; establish penalties for a retailer or common or private carrier in violation; establish penalties for a consumer who intentionally causes an unlawful delivery; require products to be returned to the retailer if the common or private carrier cannot complete delivery.

Introduced: January 23, 2026

Last action: February 2, 2026

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This bill creates new rules for the delivery of vapor products made from hemp in Kentucky. Retailers and delivery carriers would be required to verify that the person receiving a hemp-derived vapor product is at least 21 years old, either by visually checking identification or using age verification technology. It also sets penalties for retailers, carriers, and consumers who violate these requirements. Who it may affect: retailers who sell hemp-derived vapor products, delivery and shipping carriers, and consumers who purchase these products.

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