With over a decade of experience in the e-cigarette industry, Matthew Ma is a seasoned expert in both the manufacturing and usage aspects of vaping products. His extensive background has provided him with a deep understanding of the intricacies and evolving dynamics of e-cigarettes.
Governor Reynolds’ push to slap a new 15% sales tax on vaping products and hike tobacco taxes has hit a legislative wall in Iowa. House Republicans stripped the measure from the “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) bill, leaving the proposal in a holding pattern.
Singapore’s government has introduced a new Bill proposing significantly harsher penalties for vaping offenses. If passed, fines could skyrocket to $10,000 for users, $200,000 for sellers, and $300,000 for smugglers, alongside potential jail terms. The legislation also targets psychoactive substances like etomidate found in “Kpods,” treating vaping increasingly as a serious drug issue.
The West Virginia House of Delegates overwhelmingly passed the Vape Safety Act of 2026 (88-5). The legislation mandates an FDA product registry, restricts youth-oriented marketing, and enforces strict zoning laws for vape shops to curb underage use while targeting illicit market actors.
Starting June 1, 2026, Russia’s Krasnodar region will enforce strict new fines for vaping and smoking in expanded public areas, including cafes, transit stops, and apartment entrances, with penalties reaching up to 3,000 rubles.
Mike Salem of the Consumer Choice Center (CCC) argues that Westminster’s legislative ambition is creating an unsustainable burden for local councils. The Tobacco and Vapes Bill, currently in the House of Lords, proposes banning tobacco and heated tobacco sales for anyone born after 2009, alongside strict curbs on vape flavors and nicotine pouches. While the intent is public health, […]
The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) issued a formal opinion on February 18, warning that abrupt increases in tobacco taxation could inadvertently fuel the illicit trade. Analyzing the European Commission’s July 2025 directive review, the advisory body argues that excessive levies undermine fiscal revenue and public health goals. The EESC advocates for a “proportionate and gradual” reform […]
Oregon lawmakers are advancing a critical bill to close a regulatory loophole that currently allows flavored nicotine pouches to be sold without the same 21+ age restrictions as traditional tobacco. By reclassifying these smokeless products under existing Tobacco Control statutes, the state aims to align pouch oversight with cigarette and vape standards, effectively mitigating rising youth addiction risks.
Orange County commissioners are set to evaluate a new zoning proposal on April 7 that would establish mandatory buffer zones between public schools and future smoke or vape shops. Driven by parental concerns regarding proximity, District 1 Commissioner Nicole Wilson suggests mirroring existing alcohol sales restrictions to create a “safe circle” around campuses, effectively preventing new nicotine retailers from opening […]
A new health simulation by Untold Healing visually compares the biological impact of combustible cigarettes versus e-cigarettes. The data reinforces the Public Health England consensus: while not risk-free, vaping exposes users to a “small fraction” of the toxins found in tobacco smoke. Specifically, the simulation highlights that traditional cigarettes deliver over 7,000 chemicals per puff, including arsenic and benzene, whereas […]
A coalition of business leaders and retired law enforcement officials has launched a fierce protest against Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposed 75% wholesale tax on nicotine pouches like ZYN and VELO. Critics, labeling the measure the “Bro Tax,” argue that aligning pouch taxation with cigarettes will fuel organized crime and disproportionately penalize low-income residents. The state projects the levy will generate $57 million annually by […]