No, vaping in a car with minors in Oregon violates state law under ORS 433.835, which prohibits tobacco and cannabis use in vehicles carrying children under 18. Local health departments, including Multnomah County Public Health, enforce this via public education campaigns. Violations may trigger fines up to $250 per incident, with potential escalation under 2026 legislative amendments targeting secondhand aerosol exposure.
Key Regulations for Vaping in a Car with Kids in Oregon
- ORS 433.835 explicitly bans vaping (including e-cigarettes and cannabis vapes) in any vehicle when a child under 18 is present, regardless of whether the vehicle is in motion or parked.
- Local ordinances, such as those enforced by the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and county health departments, classify violations as civil penalties, with enforcement prioritizing public spaces and family vehicles.
- 2026 compliance shifts are anticipated, as proposed bills (e.g., HB 2466) aim to expand restrictions to include all motorized conveyances, not just passenger vehicles, and increase penalties for repeat offenses.