Tobacco sales ban at non-gas convenience stores
Prince George's County
Summary
Two related bills would curb tobacco sales at convenience stores: CB-083 would bar tobacco sales through the zoning ordinance with a transition period, while CB-089, a broader ban with higher penalties, was held indefinitely.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 1
Rising — discussed at 3 meetings since Sep 17, 2026, up from 0 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
Could affect revenue for convenience stores and grocery stores that sell tobacco products.
Residents, particularly youth, protected from easy access to tobacco and vaping products.
Convenience store and grocery owners who rely on tobacco sales.
Mentions & discussions (3)
County Council - Oct 27, 2026
CB-083-2026 bans tobacco sales at convenience stores without fuel pumps, with liquor stores exempted. Dozens of small business owners warned of closures and job losses; the bill passed narrowly amid legal concerns.
County Council - Sep 22, 2026
A bill would ban convenience stores from selling tobacco products, responding to concerns about tobacco shop clustering near liquor stores in District 7. The county's attorney flagged possible state preemption risk.
Planning, Housing and Economic Development Committee - Sep 17, 2026
Two related bills would curb tobacco sales at convenience stores: CB-083 would bar tobacco sales through the zoning ordinance with a transition period, while CB-089, a broader ban with higher penalties, was held indefinitely.
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