Entries by Matthew Ma

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Mississippi Becomes 11th State to Pass PMTA Registry Law, Restricting Vape Product Sales

Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves has signed HB 916 into law, making the state the 11th in the U.S. to pass a tobacco industry-sponsored PMTA registry law. The law will restrict the sale of most disposable vapes, bottled e-liquids, and refillable vape devices, creating a significant market advantage for products made by major tobacco companies like […]

U.S. Representatives Urge Crackdown on Illegal Vapes in 2025

In a letter sent on March 19, 2025, three U.S. representatives called on the Trump administration to take decisive action against the sale of illegal Chinese-made vape products in the United States. The letter, signed by Reps. Dusty Johnson (R-South Dakota), John Moolenaar (R-Michigan), and Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Illinois), was addressed to Department of Homeland Security […]

Guide to Obtaining a Nicotine Prescription for Vaping in Australia

Since October 2021, Australia has implemented strict regulations on nicotine-containing vaping products, classifying them as Schedule 4 prescription-only medicines under the Therapeutic Goods Act 1989. This means that to legally purchase or import e-cigarettes or nicotine vaping liquids in Australia, individuals must first obtain a valid nicotine prescription from a registered medical practitioner. This guide […]

New Zealand Faces Concerns Over Emerging Nicotine Pouch Trend

Anti-smoking advocates in New Zealand are expressing concern over the growing popularity of oral nicotine pouches, which they fear could overshadow progress made in reducing youth vaping rates. These highly addictive pouches, often sold under the brand name ZYN, are placed under the lip and absorbed in the mouth, presenting a new challenge in the […]

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Youth E-Cigarette Use Falls to Lowest Level in a Decade, FDA Study Reveals

A recent study co-authored by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has revealed a remarkable decline in e-cigarette use among American youth, with the number of middle and high school students currently using e-cigarettes falling to its lowest level in a decade. The study, published in the peer-reviewed scientific journal “American Journal of Preventive […]

New Jersey Proposes $51 Million Tax Hike on Tobacco and Vapes

Governor Phil Murphy has unveiled a new tax proposal that would significantly increase the cost of cigarettes and vaping products in New Jersey. The tax hikes, part of the state’s budget plan, are expected to generate $51 million in annual revenue. Key Tax Increases Under the Proposal Murphy’s administration justifies the tax hikes as a […]