The City Council of Huntington is on the verge of reshaping the regulations governing smoke and vape shops in town. This shift in policy has been driven by a fast-paced increase in the number of these businesses mushrooming across the city. A city spokesperson gave credence to these discussions, indicating the Council’s serious consideration of this issue.
Read moreImagine a world where all goods crossing borders undergo rigorous scrutiny to ensure compliance with local regulations. It is this concept of stringent regulation and law enforcement that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has actualized with the introduction of “Import Alert 98-06“. This policy stipulates that the agency can withhold new tobacco products lacking proper marketing authorization at borders.
Read moreMinnesota leaders have recently announced a groundbreaking settlement with Juul Labs, the e-cigarette manufacturer, amounting to $60.5 million. The settlement aims to address the issue of youth vaping, which has become a growing concern in the state. This agreement comes after a trial that was resolved prior to going to the jury, and it marks a significant step in holding Juul accountable for its role in the resurgence of youth tobacco use.
Read moreSmoking has long been a persistent habit among American adults, spanning generations. However, recent findings suggest a significant shift in these habits. A new study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows a substantial decline in cigarette use among adults in the United States, marking a significant milestone in public health.
Read moreNew national data from Health Canada’s Canadian Student Tobacco, Alcohol and Drugs Survey shows that the number of Canadian teenagers regularly using e-cigarettes ranks among the highest in the world. Experts attribute this growing crisis to a lack of action from the federal government and the widespread availability of flavoured vapes.
Read moreThe Alabama House Judiciary Committee has given the green light to HB 319, a bill aimed at regulating vaping for individuals under the age of 21. Sponsored by Rep. Barbara Drummond, D-Mobile, the bill was approved by the committee on Wednesday after a substitute was agreed upon, modifying penalties for retailers and underage violators.
Read moreDuring a chamber meeting, Nurghul Tau, a Mazhilis deputy, expressed her concerns about the threat vaping poses to the younger generation. She has called for a ban on their sales in Kazakhstan, as reported by Zakon.kz’s correspondent.
Read moreIn an ambitious move to bolster economic standing, the Czech Government has proposed a significant increase in the excise tax on tobacco and vape products. This bold strategy, part of their consolidation package, aims to tax not just traditional tobacco more heavily, but also heated tobacco and electronic cigarettes.
Read moreAccording to local Vietnamese media on May 14, the Ministry of Finance in Vietnam has recently submitted a draft report to the Ministry of Justice. This report, for the Special Consumption Tax Law (SCT), includes a proposal for a consumption tax on e-cigarettes.
Read moreIn the United Kingdom, the surge in disposable vapes is wreaking havoc on recycling plants. Over the past year, a dramatic increase in fires has been recorded in these facilities, with disposable vapes being the primary culprit. The potential for a major blaze threatens not only the facilities but the very air we breathe, with the risk of toxic fumes and pollutants being released.
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