Bill

An Act to Prevent Public Littering from the Chewing and Spitting of Betel Nut in Public Places

Introduced by:
(By request of the Legislature)

Establishing an Act to prevent and protect against public littering through the chewing and spitting of betel nut
in public places, and regulate the same, including the import, possession, advertising, sale, or distribution
of betel nut (betel quids); and for other purposes.

Progress of the Legislation

Transmitted to House of Representatives
13 Oct 2025

Senate adopted bill in Second & Final Reading. Bill was then transmitted to House of Representatives for further deliberation and action.

Assigned to Committee

Health, Education & Welfare Committee

Legislation as Introduced

SB 18-18
Date Introduced: 15 August 2025

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