updated May / 2025
Comprehensive guide to Ohio’s vaping laws: statewide flavor ban, $1.20/ml tax, age 21 limit, public use restrictions, and local ordinances.
Read moreAn essential guide to Spain’s upcoming e-cigarette regulations, detailing public bans, product restrictions, fines, and what vapers must know.
Spain prepares to implement significant changes to its vaping laws. The government aims to tighten regulations on e-cigarettes. These new rules will reshape the vaping experience for residents and visitors alike. Minister Mónica García leads the Health Ministry’s comprehensive anti-vaping plan. Authorities expect to roll out this plan by late 2025.
Read moreCity Council Unanimously Votes to Expand Restrictions; Fines and Misdemeanor Charges Possible
Beachgoers in Jacksonville, Florida, will no longer be able to smoke or vape on the sand. The City Council voted unanimously on Monday, May 5, to ban all forms of smoking, explicitly including electronic cigarettes and vaping products, on its beaches. The ban took effect immediately.
Read moreGovernment Aims for Minor Sales Ban Before Summer Holidays
A Polish parliamentary health committee has unanimously supported a government bill prohibiting the sale of all types of e-cigarettes to individuals under 18 years old. This move aims to quickly implement stricter youth access controls, potentially before the summer holidays.
Read moreHB8 Awaits Governor’s Signature, Limits Non-FDA Approved Vapes in Convenience Stores
Alabama’s House Bill 8 (HB8), aimed at regulating the retail sale of nicotine vaping products, has successfully passed both the House and Senate and now awaits Governor Kay Ivey’s signature to become law. Sponsored by Rep. Barbara Drummond (D-Mobile), the bill places regulatory oversight under the state’s ABC Board.
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Welcome to our updated guide on vaping laws in the state of Georgia. As vaping continues to be a significant part of many people’s lives, either as an alternative to traditional smoking or a standalone practice, staying informed about the legal landscape is more important than ever. Georgia, like many states, has been actively refining its approach to regulating e-cigarettes and vapor products, with recent legislation bringing substantial changes. This post will delve into the current regulations as of 2025, with a special focus on the implications of the recently enacted House Bill 577 (HB 577), also known as the “Georgia Nicotine Vapor Products Directory Act.” Whether you’re a resident, a visitor, or a retailer, understanding these evolving rules is key to ensuring compliance and making informed choices.
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Alabama’s stance on vaping has seen significant legislative activity, reflecting a nationwide trend of states grappling with how to regulate electronic cigarettes and related nicotine products. As vaping has grown in popularity, so too have concerns about public health, youth access, and the need for clear regulatory frameworks. For residents, retailers, and visitors, understanding the current legal landscape in Alabama is crucial. This guide provides an updated overview, incorporating the landmark House Bill 8 (HB8) passed in May 2025, which has reshaped many aspects of vape regulation in the state, building upon previous laws and federal mandates.
Read moreNew Bill Aims to Regulate E-commerce, Equalize Rules with Traditional Trade
Russia is developing comprehensive legislation to regulate its rapidly growing “platform economy,” including online marketplaces, with plans for adoption by the end of 2025. According to Maxim Topilin, Chairman of the State Duma Committee on Economic Policy, the bill aims to establish clear rules for digital platforms and level the playing field between electronic and traditional commerce.
Read moreHong Kong authorities have unveiled a new tobacco control bill proposing significant measures to curb smoking and vaping, aiming to strengthen public health protections.
Read moreArkansas has enacted a sweeping new law regulating vaping products, becoming the 12th U.S. state to adopt a PMTA registry model. However, Act 590 (formerly Senate Bill 252), signed into law by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders on April 14, 2025, includes a highly controversial provision rarely seen in Western democracies: a ban on the personal possession of vaping products deemed non-compliant by the state.
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