Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes has joined a coalition of attorneys general from across the country in calling for a ban on flavored vape products that target younger demographics. In a letter released in mid-September, the attorneys general urged the Center for Tobacco Products to remove Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) with youth-oriented flavors from the market within a five-year plan.

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Concerns Grow Over Teen Vaping Rates, But Approaches Vary Across Canada

Ontario recently announced plans to impose a new provincial tax on vaping products, joining a federal taxation scheme aimed at addressing rapidly rising rates of vaping among Canadian youth. While several provinces have already implemented taxes on vapes, approaches remain inconsistent nationwide. Experts call Ontario’s move an important first step, but say more comprehensive strategies are needed to tackle this pressing public health issue.

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The Irish government is poised to pass new legislation that will make it illegal to sell vaping products to anyone under 18 years old. The ban aims to protect children and curb rising youth vaping rates in the country.

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The UK government is considering implementing a new tax on vapes as part of its strategy to create a “smokefree generation” and reduce youth vaping rates. Recently published government documents indicate plans to explore a vape duty similar to those enacted in other countries. Read more

A newly passed law in Louisiana that was expected to implement a statewide ban on flavored vaping products this month has hit a roadblock. The legislation is now facing a legal challenge from a retailers’ association. Read more

As vaping gains popularity, concerns about its potential health risks and impact on minors have prompted lawmakers in Colombia to propose new regulations. According to DANE, the national statistics agency, a staggering 25% of electronic cigarette consumers in the country are under the age of 18. In response, Congress has received six bills aimed at reforming Law 1335 of 2009, also known as the anti-tobacco law, to address this growing issue.

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Proposed Legislation Aims to Address Growing Concerns Over Youth Vaping and Potential Health Risks

The Galician government, an autonomous community in northwestern Spain, recently announced its intention to become the first region in the country to regulate the use of vaping devices through legislation. This move comes as experts warn of the potential health risks associated with vaping, particularly among minors.

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Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi signed a measure prohibiting the sale of flavored tobacco products on Oahu. This move comes as a response to the growing concern over the vaping epidemic among youth.

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Marlboro cigarette maker Altria recently dropped a bombshell, suing nearly three dozen vape competitors. Why? Altria claims these brands brazenly ignore laws its products follow. An explosive move aiming to snuff out rule-breaking rivals. Read more

Tobacco industry titan R.J. Reynolds has opened a new front in its escalating battle against disposable vaping products. Reynolds filed a formal complaint with the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) seeking a ban on imports of leading disposable vape brands that have eaten into its market share.

This aggressive move represents the company’s latest and most severe effort yet to cripple the upstart disposable vape brands that threaten Reynolds’ bottom line. However, if successful, it could significantly restrict adult access to flavored nicotine vaping products that many have come to rely on. Read more