They may be a stealthier way to sneak a puff, but electronic cigarettes may soon face the same restrictions as their low-tech cousins, at least in Butte County.
Among other items up for consideration Tuesday, the Board of Supervisors will consider adding so-called e-cigarettes to its existing tobacco regulations.
The proposal is being put forward by local public health officials. They note that vapor produced by e-cigarettes also contains dangerous substances. If approved, bans on cigarette smoking in the workplace and enclosed public spaces would be extended to include e-cigarettes.
The board will also consider accepting last week’s drought disaster declaration. That would make the county eligible for potential emergency funding.