Tag Archive for: Louisiana

The Louisiana Alcohol and Tobacco Control (ATC) has announced that it will begin enforcing the ban on non-FDA-approved vape products starting Monday, March 18th. This decision comes after a period of legal uncertainty, during which a preliminary injunction temporarily halted the enforcement of the ban. Read more

Louisiana is set to undergo significant changes in the regulation and taxation of nicotine vapes as Governor John Bel Edwards recently signed a law that could potentially remove most vape products, including the popular Elf Bars, from store shelves. This new legislation, known as Act 414 and introduced by Rep. Paul Hollis, R-Covington, initially aimed to increase the tax on vapes as a means to discourage their use. However, the law quickly evolved into a broader framework that restricts the sale of vapes, driven by the involvement of wholesalers, major tobacco companies, and lawmakers concerned with teenage vape consumption.

Read more

In a recent announcement, Governor John Bel Edwards revealed that he has signed HB 635 into law, which will result in an increase in the excise tax on nicotine vape products from 5 cents per milliliter to 15 cents. This change is set to take effect on July 1. The bill, sponsored by State Representative Paul Hollis (R-Covington), received overwhelming support with an 83-13 vote in the house and unanimous approval in the Senate.

Read more

Louisiana lawmakers are considering a new tax on vape products and e-cigarettes to raise funds for State Trooper salary increases. The debate on vaping’s health risks and its popularity among youth highlights the importance of finding a balance between public health concerns and supporting law enforcement officers.

Read more

The Louisiana House Judiciary Committee has approved a bill that would prohibit the sale of flavored nicotine products used in vaping. The bill, known as House Bill 179, was introduced by William Wheat, a representative from the Ponchatoula district.

Read more