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Oklahoma Lawmakers Propose Bill to Restrict Vaping in Vehicles with Minors

Oklahoma State Senator Brenda Stanley, R-Midwest City, has introduced Senate Bill 23, which seeks to ban the use of vapor products in vehicles when minors are present. The proposed legislation is part of a broader range of bills filed by Oklahoma lawmakers ahead of the January 16th deadline, covering various topics such as minimum wage increases and the legalization of sports betting.

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Oklahoma Ranks 8th in U.S. for Underage Vaping, New Study Reveals

Addiction Treatment Specialists Analyze Data, Call for Stricter Regulations to Protect Youth

A recent study conducted by addiction treatment specialists at The Freedom Center has identified Oklahoma as the eighth-largest underage vaping hotspot in the United States. The study analyzed data from the American Lung Association, revealing that approximately 21.7% of Oklahoma teens use e-cigarettes.

The study found the following top 10 states with the highest rates of high school e-cigarette use:

RankStatePercentage of High School E-Cigarette Users
1West Virginia27.5%
2Alaska26.1%
3Montana25.5%
3Louisiana25.5%
5New Mexico25.4%
6Wyoming24.2%
7North Carolina23.8%
8Oklahoma21.7%
9New Jersey21.6%
10Oregon21.4%

Despite federal law prohibiting the sale of all tobacco and vapor products to anyone under 21 years old, states have the option to continue with their current minimum age laws. The study’s findings highlight the need for stricter regulations to protect youth from the dangers of vaping.

Nicholas Bellofatto, Director of Admissions for The Freedom Center, emphasized the importance of prioritizing teen health and advocating for stronger measures to curb the underage vaping pandemic. He stated, “Although states are making progress with various laws designed to reduce youth e-cigarette use, we can see from this top ten list that something clearly isn’t working. It’s up to us to figure out why these hotspots exist and decide what we can do to curb the underage vaping pandemic before the damage to our young people becomes irreversible.”

The study’s results underscore the urgent need for effective interventions and policies to address the growing problem of underage vaping across the United States. By identifying the states with the highest rates of teen e-cigarette use, this research can help guide targeted efforts to prevent nicotine addiction among youth and promote healthier lifestyles.

Oklahoma House Bill: Vaping Regulation Enforcement Shift

Oklahoma House Bill Proposes Shifting Vaping Regulation Enforcement to Attorney General’s Office

In a recent development, House Bill 3971 has been introduced in the Oklahoma legislature, proposing to transfer the enforcement of regulations related to the purchase and sale of vapor products from the Oklahoma Able Commission to the Attorney General’s Office. Read more

Oklahoma Reinstates Fines for Underage Vaping Possession

In the constantly evolving landscape of tobacco and vaping regulations, Oklahoma has recently made a significant change. Governor Kevin Stitt has signed into law H.B. 2165, which reinstates fines for underage possession of tobacco and vaping products. In this article, we will discuss the key aspects of this new law and its potential impact on Oklahoma’s youth and communities.

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