Poland’s Ministry of Health has announced plans to introduce a draft bill banning the sale of single-use electronic cigarettes, or disposable vapes, in the country. Minister Izabela Leszczyna stated that the government will address this initiative in the third quarter of 2025, following the presidential elections. The ministry cites public health concerns as the primary reason behind the proposed ban.
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With just over two months until the disposable vapes ban takes effect on June 1, a recent survey by Better Retailing’s publisher Newtrade Media reveals that more than half of independent convenience store owners in the UK have already started preparing by cutting down their ranges. However, many other crucial steps to prepare for the ban have yet to be addressed.
Read morePoland’s Ministry of Health is preparing a draft law that will prohibit the use of disposable electronic cigarettes, both with and without nicotine, throughout the country. According to the list of legislative and program works of the Council of Ministers, the government is expected to adopt the legislation in the third quarter of 2025.
Read moreThe fight against harmful vape products is a global concern, and Arkansas is no exception. Last week, Representative Matt Duffield (R-Russellville) proposed a bill to ban disposable vapes entirely, citing the threat they pose to Arkansans, particularly the youth. However, on Tuesday, the focus shifted to targeting manufacturers rather than an outright ban during a city, county, and local affairs committee meeting.
Read moreArkansas legislators Rep. Matt Duffield (R, 53) and Sen. Missy Irvin (R, 24) are drafting a bill to ban single-use disposable vapes. The proposal comes after various witnesses reported inconsistencies with such disposable vapes, particularly those manufactured in China. Duffield and Irvin plan to release the draft and discuss the findings of tests performed on disposable vapes on February 27.
Read moreFrance has officially banned disposable vapes, commonly known as “puffs,” which have gained popularity among young people. The law, which was passed unanimously by France’s Parliament on February 13, aims to curb youth nicotine use and reduce waste, as reported by the daily newspaper Le Parisien.
Read moreA Nebraska state senator has introduced a bill that would ban flavored vape products in an effort to reduce the number of young people using electronic nicotine delivery systems. Sen. Dan Lonowski of Hastings, a retired public school teacher and coach now in his first year at the Legislature, presented the bill (LB285) to the General Affairs Committee on Monday.
Read moreIn a shift from the initial intentions of a complete ban on vapes in Bulgaria, which was adopted at first reading in parliament, discussions are now focused on limiting the ban to single-use devices (disposable vape). The proposed amendments to the Tobacco Products Act were examined during a round table discussion in the National Assembly before being considered in the plenary hall.
Read moreCalifornia 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.
Read moreThe French parliament has voted to ban single-use electronic cigarettes, also known as disposable vapes or “puffs,” making France the second European Union country after Belgium to introduce such a ban. The bill, which received final approval in the Senate upper house on Thursday, is part of a broader government campaign to reduce smoking and protect public health, particularly among young people.
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