Tobacco Control Program
Tobacco Control Program Services & Cessation Resources
Regulations & Resources on Tobacco:
| Link | Description |
|---|---|
| 2019 Tobacco Control Law | MDPH Website Explaining the New 2019 Tobacco Control Law with Access to Additional Resources |
| State Code for Tobacco Retail | 105 CMR 665.000: MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR RETAIL SALE OF TOBACCO AND ELECTRONIC NICOTINE DELIVERY SYSTEMS |
| Signs Required per 105 CMR 665 Chart | Signs Required in Massachusetts Tobacco Retail Establishments |
| Link to Tobacco Retail Signage | Signs Required in Massachusetts Tobacco Retail Establishments- Offered in Multiple Langauges! |
| Guidance for Non-Age Restricted Tobacco Retailers | Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) Tobacco Retailer Guidance Guidance for Non-Age-Restricted Retail Establishments |
| Milton's Tobacco Retailer Cap | Milton's Tabacco Retailer Cap of 9 Tobacco Retailers |
| Video | Watch this video to learn about the new tobacco law in Massachusetts-No Menthol. Know Why. |
| Letter | Letter to Local Boards of Health from MDPH providing a summary on the 2019 Tobacco Control Law |
| Chart | Where and What Tobacco Products Can Be Sold in Massachusetts Chart-2019 Tobacco Control Law |
| Chart | Summary of 2019 Tobacco Control Law Chart |
| Image | A SAMPLE OF THE OVER 8000 FLAVORED PRODUCTS THAT WILL BE PROHIBITED FOR SALE STARTING JUNE 1, 2020 |
| Poster | No Menthol. Know Why. Campaign Flyer |
| Flyer-English | COVID-19 Pandemic Information from the Massachusetts Smoker's Helpline-English |
| Flyer-Español (Spanish) | COVID-19 Pandemic Information from the Massachusetts Smoker's Helpline-Español |
Signage Required Under 105 CMR 665.000 (mandatory):
- Minimum Legal Sales Age-Must be 21 or Older sign (large)
- Minimum Legal Sales Age-Must be 21 or Older sign (small)
- State Law (MGL ch 270, sections 6 & 6A) sign
- Referral Information for Smoking Cessation Resources (large)
- Referral Information for Smoking Cessation Resources (small)
- Health Warning for E-cigarettes sign
- Sale of Flavored E-Cigarettes is Prohibited
Additional Links:
- Milton Area Smoking Cessation Programs
- Youth Cessation Resources
- Related Websites
- Employee Statement for Tobacco Retailers
- 2015 Tobacco Regulation Expansion
Enforcement Board of Health Regulations:
- Smoke-free town buildings & vehicles
- Smoke-free restaurants
- Smoke-free workplaces
- Ban on tobacco vending machines
- Prohibition of self-service of tobacco products
- Permits to sell tobacco
- Prohibition on sales to minors
- Compliance Checks to Monitor Illegal Sales of Tobacco Products to Minors
- Community Education and Participation in Health Fairs and Community Events