Alabama Senator Introduced Bill to Ban Underage Vaping

Alabama legislators are taking a firm stance against youth vaping with the introduction of a bill that would make it illegal for minors to possess vaping devices. The bill, spearheaded by State Senator Vivian Figures, aims to curb the rising trend of underage vaping, which has become a growing concern among health and education officials.

With unanimous bipartisan support, the bill amends Section 28-11-14 of the Code of Alabama 1975, making it unlawful for individuals under 21 to purchase, use, or transport any electronic vaping device capable of delivering substances such as:

• E-liquids and their substitutes
• Tobacco products
• CBD oil and THC oil
• Herbal extracts
• Nicotine salts

Significantly, the bill criminalizes mere possession of a vaping device, regardless of its contents.

Health advocates stress the urgency of this legislation, pointing to the alarming rise in vaping among middle school and even elementary school students. Virginia Guy, Executive Director of the Drug Education Council, warned that a single vape cartridge can contain as much nicotine as an entire pack of cigarettes, increasing the risk of addiction among young users.

Senator Figures emphasized that Alabama ranks among the states with the highest youth vaping rates, leading to serious public health concerns, increased healthcare costs, and reduced productivity. She hopes the bill will help protect young people, ensuring they have the opportunity to make informed choices about vaping when they reach adulthood.

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