Entries by Matthew Ma

Idaho House Introduces Bill to Ban Specific E-Cigarette Brands

On February 17, 2025, the Idaho House of Representatives introduced House Bill 244, a measure aimed at regulating electronic smoking devices in the state. Proposed by the Health and Welfare Committee, the bill seeks to identify and prohibit the sale of certain e-cigarette brands deemed illegal due to safety and compliance issues.

South Korea to Classify Synthetic Nicotine as Tobacco

South Korea is on the cusp of passing legislation that will classify synthetic nicotine, the key ingredient in e-liquid vaping products, as “tobacco,” subject to stricter regulations. The National Assembly’s ruling and opposition parties have reached an agreement on the framework, which includes a partial grace period for existing e-liquid businesses regarding school proximity restrictions […]

Panama’s Ministry of Health Regulates Sale and Use of E-Cigarettes

New Resolution Prohibits Vaping in Public Spaces and Restricts Advertising The Panamanian Ministry of Health (Minsa) has introduced new regulations on the sale, use, and advertising of electronic cigarettes, also known as vapes, as well as heated tobacco and oral nicotine products in Panama. The measures, outlined in Resolution No. 146 of January 31, 2025, […]

31% of Teenagers in Canada Reported Using Vaping Products

In recent years, the use of vaping products among Canadian teenagers has become a growing concern for public health officials, parents, and advocates. To better understand the scope of this issue, let’s take a closer look at the latest data from the Canadian Substance Use Survey and explore the ongoing efforts to curb youth vaping […]

Vaping: A Vital Tool in the Fight Against Smoking-Related Deaths

Picture this: A lifelong smoker finally ditches cigarettes after 30 years by switching to a strawberry-flavored vape. Now imagine regulators banning that flavor, pushing them back to Marlboros or worse – untested black-market products. This dilemma lies at the heart of America’s tobacco policy crossroads.

Texas Lawmakers Consider Banning Smoking in Cars with Children

Smoking remains a prevalent habit among many East Texas residents, despite its well-documented health risks and financial costs. While adults are free to make their own choices regarding tobacco use, the presence of children in a vehicle with a smoking adult raises significant concerns about the harmful effects of secondhand smoke exposure on minors.

Bulgarian Vapers Rally Against National Ban with EU-Wide Petition

A growing coalition of vaping advocates has launched a formal petition to the European Parliament opposing Bulgaria’s sweeping prohibition on e-cigarettes. The group, operating under the Discord Vape banner, argues the ban unlawfully restricts adult access to harm-reduction tools while failing to address youth access issues effectively. With 8,000 members linked to Discord’s global 150-million-user […]