The Michigan Senate has advanced bipartisan legislation aimed at establishing a statewide tobacco retail licensing system, a move supporters believe is crucial for reducing youth access to tobacco and vaping products. Senate Bills 462 and 465, sponsored by Senators Sam Singh and Joe Bellino, were approved on Thursday, December 18, and would require retailers to register with the state, mirroring systems already in place for alcohol and marijuana.
Read moreKentucky tobacco retailers are in a race against time to comply with a new state licensing law before the January 1st deadline. Senate Bill 100, passed in March, mandates that any establishment selling nicotine, vape, or tobacco products must obtain a license. However, the application portal only opened in mid-November, leaving thousands of businesses with a critically short window to secure approval.
Read moreAiken County, South Carolina, has unanimously approved new zoning restrictions limiting where vape and smoke shops can operate within unincorporated areas. The ordinance, driven largely by requests from local school principals concerned about youth access, mandates that new shops must be located at least 2,000 feet away from schools, daycares, parks, youth centers, churches, and other existing vape shops.
Read moreHenrico County officials have approved a strict new ordinance aimed at curbing the proliferation of unregulated vape and tobacco shops. The amendment, passed by the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, December 16, introduces rigorous zoning and permitting requirements for new businesses selling recreational products like tobacco, kratom, cannabis, and vapes.
Read moreThe City of Roanoke, Virginia, is exploring new zoning regulations aimed at significantly restricting the number and location of new vape shops. Spearheaded by City Council Member Phazhon Nash, the proposed ordinance would ban any new vape shops from opening within 1,000 feet of a school, church, or park, and within 2,000 feet of another existing vape shop. This mirrors a similar policy adopted by Roanoke County last year.
Read moreThe Warner Robins City Council has unanimously approved a six-month moratorium on issuing licenses for new businesses primarily selling vape, CBD, and tobacco products. This pause, effective immediately through June 2, 2026, aims to give city officials time to review and update ordinances governing these establishments.
Read moreA significant shift in Virginia’s vaping landscape is set to take effect on December 31, 2025, as a new state law mandates that only approved vape and nicotine devices listed on a state-maintained “directory” can be legally sold. This legislation, signed by Governor Glenn Youngkin, requires manufacturers to certify their products with the Attorney General, effectively banning the vast majority of flavored and disposable vapes currently on shelves.
Read moreThe UK market for vaping and tobacco products is experiencing a significant downturn, with sales plummeting by over £1 billion ($1.3 billion) in the 12 months ending September 6. According to data from NielsenIQ, this 12.7% drop marks the steepest decline of any grocery category, signaling a decisive shift in consumer habits driven by stricter regulations and growing health awareness.
Read moreThe state of Wisconsin has begun aggressively enforcing a new law restricting vape sales, levying nearly $13 million in fines against a single retailer for selling unauthorized products. Exclusive Tobacco, which operates a location in Oshkosh, was hit with two separate fines in October totaling over $12.8 million. The penalties stem from selling vapes not listed on the state’s approved directory, which limits sales to select FDA-authorized brands like Juul and Vuse.
Read more2025 has proven to be a watershed year for the UK vaping industry. Six months following the implementation of the ban on single-use disposable vapes, the market is undergoing a profound transformation. While challenging for retailers navigating new legislation and stock adjustments, the sector is showing resilience and adaptability, with a notable surge in sales for refillable pod systems, prefilled vape kits, and nicotine pouches.
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