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Minnesota has established itself as a state with some of the most comprehensive and restrictive vaping regulations in the United States. Driven by a strong commitment to public health and particularly the prevention of youth access to nicotine, the North Star State has implemented a multi-layered system of laws covering everything from the nation’s highest excise tax to comprehensive indoor use prohibitions and innovative restrictions on deceptive, youth-appealing products.

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The House Health Finance and Policy Committee approved HF2177, a bill that would prohibit the sale of flavored tobacco products in Minnesota. The measure, sponsored by Rep. Ethan Cha (DFL-Woodbury), aims to address the growing concern over youth vaping addiction.

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Minnesota leaders have recently announced a groundbreaking settlement with Juul Labs, the e-cigarette manufacturer, amounting to $60.5 million. The settlement aims to address the issue of youth vaping, which has become a growing concern in the state. This agreement comes after a trial that was resolved prior to going to the jury, and it marks a significant step in holding Juul accountable for its role in the resurgence of youth tobacco use.

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