Tag Archive for: Vape License

The Kentucky House of Representatives has voted 82-11 in favor of Senate Bill 100, which seeks to license retailers who sell tobacco and vape products in the state. The bill, initially passed by the Senate in late February, aims to curb the sale of nicotine products to minors and reduce the negative health impact of smoking in Kentucky.

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On February 2nd, 2025, Ireland’s new licensing system for retailers selling vapes and tobacco products will come into effect. The annual license fee, set at €800 for vape sellers and €1,000 for tobacco sellers, is expected to play a vital role in cracking down on the illicit sales of these products, particularly to minors.

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The UK Vaping Industry Association (UKVIA) has expressed its support for the government’s active consideration of introducing a vape licensing scheme. During a recent House of Lords debate on youth vaping, Baroness Merron, the parliamentary under-secretary of state at the Department of Health and Social Care, revealed that the government is seriously exploring the inclusion of a vape licensing scheme in the proposed Tobacco and Vapes Bill. Read more

Russia Considers Licensing Tobacco Sales and Tightening Online Regulations

Russian lawmakers have proposed new legislation that could reshape the landscape of tobacco and vaping product sales in the country, aiming to combat illegal tobacco trade and protect public health.

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