Entries by Matthew Ma

Nicotine Pouch Regulation in Europe and Canada 2023-2025

Over the past few years, nicotine pouches have emerged as a popular alternative to traditional tobacco products. These small, discrete pouches contain nicotine, flavorings, and other ingredients, allowing users to consume nicotine without the need for smoking or vaping. However, as the popularity of nicotine pouches has grown, so too have concerns about their potential […]

Georgia Lawmakers Advance HB 577 to Regulate Vaping Products

Georgia lawmakers are grappling with a proposed bill aimed at regulating the vaping industry, with a focus on protecting youth from unregulated products. House Bill 577, discussed by the Ways & Means Subcommittee on March 3, 2025, seeks to establish a state-level registry for legal vaping products, particularly targeting those originating from overseas.

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France Bans Nicotine Pouches Amid Europe Regulation in 2025

France has become the latest European country to ban the sale of nicotine pouches, joining a growing list of nations taking action to curb the use of these tobacco-free products. Health experts have raised concerns about the potential risks associated with nicotine pouches, including medical issues, addiction, and their increasing popularity among young people.

Can You Smoke During Ramadan or Does It Break Your Fast?

As the holy month of Ramadan begins on February 28/2025, Muslims around the world prepare to observe a period of fasting, prayer, and community. During this month-long observance, which is part of the Islamic calendar, Muslims fast from dawn until sunset each day. While the rules around abstaining from food and drink are clear, some […]

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Tennessee Bill Requiring FDA Compliance for Vape Shops Passes Committee

The Tennessee Legislature is considering a bill that would significantly impact vape shops across the state. The proposed legislation, sponsored by Representative David Hawk in the House and a corresponding bill in the Senate, would ban all non-Food and Drug Administration (FDA) compliant products. The bill recently passed a committee, moving it one step closer […]

Nebraska Legislature to Hold Public Hearings on Vape Flavors and Advertising Bans

The Nebraska Legislature’s General Affairs Committee is set to hold public hearings on two bills aimed at restricting the sale and advertising of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), commonly known as e-cigarettes / vapes. The hearings for LB285 and LB688, both introduced by Senator Dan Lonowski of Hastings, will take place on Monday, February 24, […]

Arkansas Legislators Propose Bill to Ban Disposable Vapes

Arkansas legislators Rep. Matt Duffield (R, 53) and Sen. Missy Irvin (R, 24) are drafting a bill to ban single-use disposable vapes. The proposal comes after various witnesses reported inconsistencies with such disposable vapes, particularly those manufactured in China. Duffield and Irvin plan to release the draft and discuss the findings of tests performed on […]