The town council of Tiburon, California, has unanimously passed what is being called the strictest and most comprehensive tobacco and nicotine sales ban in the United States. The new ordinance enacts a complete prohibition on the sale of all tobacco and nicotine products within the southern Marin County town, including cigarettes, cigars, vapes, and other e-smoking devices. The ban also extends to the delivery of any tobacco goods.
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The San Rafael City Council has unanimously voted to expand its existing smoking ban in multi-unit housing complexes to include the use of e-cigarettes (vaping). The ordinance update also introduces a powerful new enforcement mechanism, empowering residents to seek court orders against non-compliant neighbors through the more accessible small claims court system.
Read moreCalifornia Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 573 into law, a measure designed to provide critical funding to strengthen enforcement of the state’s ban on flavored tobacco products. Authored by Assemblymember Chris Rogers, the new law aims to close enforcement gaps and protect young people from nicotine addiction.
Read moreCities across Orange County, California, are escalating efforts to limit where people can smoke or vape, introducing new restrictions on public use and the sale of tobacco products. This wave of local ordinances aims to reduce public exposure to smoke and aerosol and curb the proliferation of smoke shops.
Read moreCannabidiol, more commonly known as CBD, has become a mainstream wellness product in California and across the United States. Praised for its potential health benefits, such as pain relief and anxiety reduction, without the intoxicating “high” of THC, CBD is widely available in various forms. However, as a compound derived from the cannabis plant, its relationship with driving laws can be complex and confusing. Can you smoke or vape CBD and drive in California? Can you be charged with a DUI for having CBD in your system? This guide delves into California’s specific laws regarding CBD, driving under the influence (DUI), and what you need to know to stay safe and legal on the road.
Read moreCalifornia is moving forward with its plan to establish an official list of approved tobacco products that can be legally sold in the state. The Office of Administrative Law has approved the draft regulations for the California Unflavored Tobacco List (UTL), which will be enforced by the state Attorney General’s office starting January 1, 2026.
Read moreCalifornia’s comprehensive ban on the sale of flavored tobacco products has successfully reduced both e-cigarette and traditional cigarette sales within the state without causing a significant surge in cross-border purchases in neighboring states, according to a new study published in the American Journal of Public Health. This research, conducted by a team from the CDC Foundation, Truth Initiative, and the University of Southern California, is the first known formal evaluation of the law’s impact on sales since its implementation.
Read moreCalifornia has achieved the lowest rate of youth vaping among all U.S. states, according to a new study by the American Lung Association. The research, which analyzed data collected between 2019 and 2023, also shows California with the lowest percentage of high schoolers who smoke traditional cigarettes or use tobacco products in general.
Read moreFor motorists in the California, the answer to “Is it illegal to vape and drive?” is not a simple yes or no. The legality depends heavily on three key factors: the age of your passengers, the substance you are consuming, and whether your actions are distracting you from safely operating the vehicle. This guide provides an in-depth look at California’s laws regarding vaping and driving as of mid-2025, unpacking the statutes, enforcement realities, and crucial exceptions you need to know to stay safe and compliant on the road.
Read moreThe city of Arroyo Grande, California, is advancing a measure to implement a total ban on the distribution of all e-cigarettes (vapes), including those previously approved by the FDA. This move aims to close existing loopholes and simplify enforcement against the sale of these products, particularly to prevent youth access.
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