No, vaping indoors in Washington, D.C. is prohibited under the Smoke-Free Indoor Places Act of 2006, which the D.C. Department of Health enforces. The 2026 amendments expanded protections to include e-cigarettes in all enclosed workplaces and public spaces, aligning with the D.C. Health’s 2025 guidance on aerosolized nicotine products.
Key Regulations for Vaping Indoors in Washington D.C.
- 100% Indoor Ban: The Smoke-Free Indoor Places Act (D.C. Official Code § 7-1701 et seq.) prohibits vaping in all enclosed workplaces, restaurants, bars, and government buildings, as amended by the 2026 omnibus health bill.
- Public Space Restrictions: Vaping is illegal in indoor public areas, including transit hubs, healthcare facilities, and childcare centers, per D.C. Health’s 2025 regulatory bulletin on aerosol products.
- Penalties & Enforcement: Violations incur fines up to $100 for first offenses, escalating to $500 for repeat infractions, with enforcement led by D.C. Health inspectors and Metropolitan Police Department officers.