Illinois recently approved legislation prohibiting the use of electronic cigarettes and vaping devices in indoor public spaces across the state. This aligns vaping regulations with existing indoor smoking bans. However, some consumer advocates argue the restrictions could inadvertently harm public health goals.
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Kazakhstan is considering legislation to completely prohibit the sale, import, export, and production of vapes, e-cigarettes, and associated vaping liquids and flavorings (announced on Saturday, July 29, on the website of the Respublica party.). This decisive proposed ban follows efforts by legislators and health advocates seeking to combat exponentially rising vaping rates among Kazakh youth. However, the vaping industry opposes such sweeping restrictions.
Read moreViolations of trade and smoking in public places can result in fines of up to 50,000 UAH.
In just a few days, starting from July 11, new restrictions on the sale of tobacco products and the prohibition of smoking electronic cigarettes in public places will come into effect in Ukraine. This is in accordance with the law on measures to prevent and reduce tobacco consumption, as reported by the State Consumer Service.
Read moreGovernment-funded environmental group urges consideration of ban on single use disposable vapes
The issue of single use disposable vapes has reached a critical point in Scotland, with a government-backed report calling for immediate action. Zero Waste Scotland, a not-for-profit group, has highlighted the urgent need to address the growing concern of e-cigarette littering and its detrimental impact on the environment. The report, prepared by Zero Waste Scotland and Dr. Dominic Hogg of Equanimator Ltd, sheds light on the alarming scale of the problem and presents a range of potential policy options to mitigate the issue effectively.
Read moreLouisiana 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 moreVaping has become a subject of intense debate in Kazakh society, with concerns mainly focused on the unrestricted sale of vapes to minors. Kazakhstan already has legislation in place to restrict the sale of vapes to children, prohibiting their sale to individuals under the age of 18 as outlined in Article 110 of the Code “On the Health of the People and the Healthcare System of the Republic of Kazakhstan.”
Read moreDuring a chamber meeting, Nurghul Tau, a Mazhilis deputy, expressed her concerns about the threat vaping poses to the younger generation. She has called for a ban on their sales in Kazakhstan, as reported by Zakon.kz’s correspondent.
Read moreIn recent times, the world has seen an influx in vaping restrictions, especially in Eastern Europe. Countries such as Serbia, Hungary, Romania, and Latvia have taken strict measures, each with their unique approach, to regulate the use of vape products. This article aims to provide an in-depth analysis of the current situation, painting a comprehensive picture of the unfolding vape restrictions in these countries.
Read moreDisposable e-cigarettes, specifically those known as “puffs” in France, have been gaining significant popularity, especially among teenagers. These sweet and fruit-flavored one-use electronic cigarettes come in brightly colored packaging and are available at prices that are within reach for young people. With their widespread use and increasing presence on social media, disposable e-cigarettes have become a cause for concern for the French government.
Read moreThe 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.
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