Colombia: New Bill Filed to Impose Taxes on Vaping Products
A new bill has been filed in Colombia’s House of Representatives by Representative Wadith Manzur to regulate and impose taxes on vaping products. The primary objective of the proposal is to discourage the use of these devices, especially among young people, due to growing public health concerns.
Manzur explained that the measure would not only allow for greater control over these devices but would also generate significant revenue for the country. “With the income that will be collected from this tax, we will direct it to strengthen departmental finances and invest those resources in health prevention and, obviously, in the coverage of health services,” the congressman stated.
He highlighted the importance of the legislation, noting that while traditional cigarette consumption has decreased globally, the use of vapes has increased considerably. “There are studies and evidence that this consumption can be harmful to health, and that is why we want to be here today with this bill, telling Colombians that we are legislating to protect the youth of Colombia and their health,” Manzur affirmed. He warned that what seems like a trend today could become a public health crisis tomorrow.
While the specific details of the proposed tax rates and structure are not yet known, the initiative aligns with a regional trend where countries like Argentina, Spain, and Chile have implemented or proposed similar taxes on vapes. Traditional cigarettes in Colombia are already subject to three taxes that fund the health system and have proven effective in reducing consumption.
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