Belarus is set to toughen the licensing requirements for the trade of electronic cigarettes and related mixtures at the legislative level. The draft law was reviewed during a meeting between President Alexander Lukashenko and the Council of Ministers leadership.
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Responsible Vaping Ireland (RVI) believes the new licensing scheme, effective February 2nd, can be effective but only with robust enforcement. The trade association is urging authorities to crack down on non-compliant operators, specifically targeting phone shops identified as sources of illegal and underage sales.
Read moreUnder House Bill 308, Virginia vape shops would be required to obtain a state permit to sell liquid nicotine products for the first time. The legislation aims to crack down on underage sales by empowering the Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Authority to revoke permits and levying significantly higher fines for violations.
Read moreBAT Ireland is urging the government to expand its new retail licensing system to include nicotine pouches and increase funding for inspections. With estimates suggesting up to 40% of Ireland’s vape market is illegal, the company argues that strict enforcement and heavy penalties are essential to crack down on rogue operators and prevent underage access.
Read moreThe Kansas Senate Federal and State Affairs Committee is considering a new bill that would impose licensing requirements on electronic cigarette manufacturers. The proposal mandates that manufacturers obtain a license and pay an annual fee of $500 to sell their products within the state.
Read moreRussia is moving towards a mandatory licensing system for the retail sale of tobacco and nicotine-containing products, expected to be phased in starting March 1, 2026. The State Duma has already passed the bill in the first reading, aiming to combat counterfeit products and increase regional budget revenues through license fees and fines.
Key Takeaways:
- Better Oversight: Licensing provides a tool to monitor over 350,000 retail points.
- Regional Benefits: Regions will gain revenue from license fees and have the power to suspend licenses.
- Scope: Covers purchase, storage, supply, and retail sale of tobacco and nicotine raw materials.
The Michigan Senate has advanced bipartisan legislation aimed at establishing a statewide tobacco retail licensing system, a move supporters believe is crucial for reducing youth access to tobacco and vaping products. Senate Bills 462 and 465, sponsored by Senators Sam Singh and Joe Bellino, were approved on Thursday, December 18, and would require retailers to register with the state, mirroring systems already in place for alcohol and marijuana.
Read moreThe Warner Robins City Council has unanimously approved a six-month moratorium on issuing licenses for new businesses primarily selling vape, CBD, and tobacco products. This pause, effective immediately through June 2, 2026, aims to give city officials time to review and update ordinances governing these establishments.
Read moreTennessee lawmakers and public health advocates are pushing for further changes to the state’s vape regulations to empower authorities in reducing underage consumption. Following recent legislative updates that introduced a 10% vape tax and empowered the Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) to conduct compliance checks, stakeholders are now addressing gaps in enforcement capabilities.
Read moreAll businesses in Kentucky that sell tobacco, nicotine, and vapor products will be required to have a state-issued license by January 1, 2026. This new mandate stems from Senate Bill 100, signed into law by Governor Andy Beshear, which aims to strengthen enforcement and regulate the sale of these products across the commonwealth.
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