Entries by Matthew Ma

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 […]

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UK‘s Smoke-Free Generation Bill Faces Big Tobacco Pushback

As the Tobacco and Vapes Bill moves closer to becoming law, major tobacco firms are ramping up their opposition, employing familiar lobbying tactics to resist stricter regulations. The bill, set to return to Parliament this week, aims to ban cigarette sales to anyone born after 2009, gradually phasing out tobacco products nationwide.