No, vaping indoors in Vermont is prohibited under the Vermont Department of Health’s 2023 Indoor Air Quality Regulations, which classify e-cigarettes as tobacco products. The 2026 compliance deadline for businesses to enforce these restrictions aligns with the state’s broader smoke-free public spaces initiative. Violations may result in fines up to $250 under 18 V.S.A. § 1454.
Key Regulations for Vaping Indoors in Vermont
- Smoke-Free Indoor Act (18 V.S.A. § 1451–1456): Bans vaping in all enclosed public spaces, workplaces, and government buildings, mirroring tobacco restrictions.
- Local Ordinances: Municipalities like Burlington and Montpelier impose stricter rules, including bans in private residences used for childcare or healthcare services.
- 2026 Compliance Deadline: Businesses must fully integrate vaping prohibitions into indoor policies by January 1, 2026, per the Vermont Department of Health’s enforcement guidance.
Enforcement is overseen by the Vermont Department of Health and local boards of health, with penalties escalating for repeat offenses. Exemptions exist for designated outdoor vaping areas, provided they meet specific ventilation and signage requirements.