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California Proposes Ban on Disposable Vape Sales

California state legislators have introduced a bill that would prohibit the sale of new or refurbished disposable electronic cigarettes, also known as vapes, starting January 1, 2026. The proposed legislation, AB 762, is part of a broader effort to curb plastic pollution in the state and follows similar laws banning single-use plastic bottles, Styrofoam food containers, and plastic carryout bags.

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California and Denver Ban Flavored Nicotine Analog Products

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In a significant development for tobacco control policy, the state of California and the city and county of Denver have recently implemented what appear to be the nation’s first bans on flavored tobacco products that specifically include nicotinic alkaloids and nicotine analogs. These novel restrictions come as regulators grapple with the increasing popularity of products that use compounds chemically similar to nicotine but fall outside the scope of existing tobacco laws.

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California Enacts Stricter Laws on Flavored Vapes and Online Sales

California has passed two new laws, Assembly Bill 3218 (AB 3218) and Senate Bill 1230 (SB 1230), which will further restrict the sale of vaping products and nicotine pouches in the state. The laws, set to take effect on January 1, 2025, ban non-menthol coolants, nicotine analogs like Metatine, and online sales of flavored vapes and pouches. Governor Gavin Newsom signed the bills into law in September after they passed both houses of the State Legislature in August.

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Governor Newsom Signs New Bill to Strengthen California’s Flavored Tobacco Ban

Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 3218 into law, reinforcing California’s stance against flavored tobacco. The new legislation, spearheaded by Assembly Speaker pro-Tempore Jim Wood (D-Healdsburg) and supported by Attorney General Rob Bonta, aims to strengthen the enforcement of the existing ban on flavored tobacco products.

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Vaping Laws in California – Is it Legal to Vape in California?

In recent years, vaping has become a popular alternative to traditional smoking. But with this new trend comes a need for regulation. In this article, we will explore the various vaping laws in California and answer the question, “Is it legal to vape in California?” By delving into federal and state laws, as well as local regulations, we will provide a comprehensive overview of the current vaping landscape in the Golden State.

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