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West Virginia House Passes Strict Vape Safety Act of 2026
Vaping NewsThe 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.
Russia: Krasnodar Bans Public Vaping, 3,000-Ruble Fines Starting June 1, 2026
Vaping NewsStarting 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.
UK Tobacco & Vapes Bill: Councils Face Enforcement Crisis & Illicit Trade
Vape LoungeMike 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, […]
EU Tobacco Tax Hikes Risk Driving Consumers to Black Market
Vape LoungeThe 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 […]
California: Orange County Consider Vape Shop Buffer Zones
Vaping News, Vape BusinessOrange 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 […]
Vaping vs. Smoking Simulation: 95% Fewer Toxins Revealed
Vaping News, Vape StudyA 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 […]
NY Business Groups Fight 75% Tax on Nicotine Pouches
Vaping News, Nicotine PouchA 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 […]
England Proposes Vaping Ban in Cars with Children
Vaping NewsThe UK government has launched a 12-week public consultation (ending May 8) to extend smoke-free laws to outdoor spaces, specifically proposing a ban on vaping in private vehicles when children are present. The measure, part of the broader Tobacco and Vapes Bill, also targets playgrounds and school perimeters. While framed as a preventative health strategy, experts argue the […]
Michigan’s Proposed 57% Tobacco Tax Hike: Smuggling Risks
Vaping NewsGovernor Gretchen Whitmer’s latest budget proposal includes a 50% increase in the cigarette excise tax, raising the rate from $2 to $3 per pack. The plan also introduces a new 57% tax on the wholesale price of vaping products. Economic models predict this fiscal policy will drive Michigan’s illicit tobacco trade rate from 14% to 22%, incentivizing cross-border trafficking.
Western Australia Passes Strict Tobacco Amendments: $21M Fines and Store Closures
Vaping NewsThe Cook Government has successfully pushed priority amendments to the Tobacco Products Control Act 2006 through the Legislative Assembly, establishing some of the nation’s strictest illicit tobacco penalties. The legislation introduces immediate 90-day store closure orders and escalates maximum corporate fines to $21 million for possessing commercial quantities of illegal vapes and tobacco. The bill now moves to the Legislative Council […]