Mansfield
Board of Health
Upcoming vote
Thu, Nov 5, 2026 · 7:00 PMTown Hall, Room 3A/B
Probable vote on revised Tobacco Regulations. Owners in Mansfield should attend or submit comments.
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Ayer
Board of Health
Draft rulesUNCONFIRMED
Mon, Nov 16, 2026
Draft regulations include a 6mg nicotine pouch cap, 500ft spacing between retailers, and a 3-day suspension for a first sale to a minor.
Source: Local reporting
Bedford
Board of Health
Upcoming vote
Mon, Nov 23, 2026
Board reviewing a birth-date based sales ban. Next meeting scheduled.
Source: Town of Bedford
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