Texas Health and Safety Code Section 161.0815 prohibits sale of tobacco, e-cigarettes, and vapor products to anyone under 21 statewide, with a narrow exception for active military members 18 or older with valid ID.
Tobacco 21 took effect in Texas in 2019 under TX HSC Section 161.0815. In Bexar County, retailers must verify ID for any purchaser appearing under 30 and refuse sale to anyone under 21. The military exception allows active duty service members aged 18 to 20 to buy tobacco with a valid military ID, which is relevant given the large Joint Base San Antonio population. The rule covers cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco, e-cigarettes, vape pens, and tobacco-derived nicotine products. Texas Comptroller administers tobacco retailer permitting statewide and conducts compliance checks. Sales to minors carry escalating fines and potential permit suspension.
Selling tobacco or vape products to a person under 21 in Bexar County triggers Texas Comptroller enforcement, including civil penalties, retailer permit suspension, and possible criminal misdemeanor charges.
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Universal City, TX
Outdoor live and recorded music in Universal City must comply with the general noise ordinance and stop by 10:00 PM unless a special event permit is granted.
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