Icelandic Member of Parliament Halla Hrund Logadóttir has raised alarms in parliament over the widespread use of nicotine pouches among the nation’s youth and the marketing tactics employed by sellers. Referencing a study showing Iceland has the highest rate of youth nicotine pouch use in the Nordic countries (30%), she criticized a specialty store’s mascot as appealing to a broad, young audience, likening the marketing of these “harmful products” to that of chewing gum.
Read moreTexas has enacted a new law, SB 1316, prohibiting the advertising of tobacco and vape products within 1,000 feet of churches and schools across the state. Authored by Senator Molly Cook (D-Houston), the bill was signed by Governor Greg Abbott and is set to take effect on September 1, 2025. This measure aims to reduce the exposure of children and congregations to promotions for cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and other related items.
Read moreIndependent Tasmanian Senator Tammy Tyrrell has launched a campaign demanding a reversal of Australia’s strict vaping restrictions, labeling them “dodgy” and harmful. She states her partner Tim’s health has deteriorated, with a dry, hacking cough returning since he switched back to traditional cigarettes due to the difficulty in accessing vapes.
Read moreThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), in collaboration with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), announced the seizure of nearly two million units of unauthorized e-cigarette products in Chicago, carrying an estimated retail value of $33.8 million. The operation, which took place in February of this year, aimed to intercept and prevent illegal e-cigarettes from entering the U.S. market.
Read moreA top official from the Philippines’ Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has advocated for imposing significantly higher excise taxes on vape products compared to traditional cigarettes. During a Senate Committee on Ways and Means hearing, BIR Assistant Commissioner Jethro Sabariaga argued that while cigarettes and heated-tobacco products could be taxed similarly, vape products warrant a much steeper levy.
Read moreThe Polish Sejm (lower house of parliament) has passed a new law prohibiting the sale of all types of e-cigarettes, including nicotine-free versions and nicotine pouches, to individuals under the age of 18. The legislation also bans the distance selling (including online sales) and advertising of nicotine-free e-cigarettes and nicotine pouches.
Read moreMalaysian state of Negri Sembilan to decide on banning vape sales, following MMA’s call & citing public health, EVALI concerns.
Read moreFrench daily smoking rates hit lowest since 1990 (23.1% in 2023), while daily vaping climbs to 6.1%, new OFDT study reveals.
Read morePalm Coast City Council has unanimously approved an ordinance prohibiting smoking and vaping in all city-owned public parks and trails. The measure, which passed 4-0 at its first reading on May 20th, aligns with the Florida Clean Air Act, a state law enacted in June 2024 that empowers municipalities to regulate smoking in public spaces.
Read moreProposed ban on flavored tobacco/vapes and $2 cigarette tax increase stalls in Washington state legislature despite youth vaping concerns.
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