Tag Archive for: Vaping Ban

A coalition of prominent European waste and recycling associations is calling on the European Union to ban single-use e-cigarettes by the end of 2024. The groups cite growing concerns over the devices’ negative environmental impact and incompatibility with circular economy goals.

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A series of Michigan Senate bills introduced this month threatens to eliminate access to flavored vapes while making remaining products unaffordable via enormous taxes. Anti-vaping groups back the legislation which public health advocates argue will harm rather than protect citizens. Read more

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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Louisiana 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.

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In 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.

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The 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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New vaping reforms announced by the Australian government have caused concern among vapers in the country. The planned restrictions, which will include a ban on importing nicotine and non-nicotine vaping products except for pharmacies, have raised questions about what exactly will be affected. Here’s what we do know, and what is yet to be decided.

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In an unprecedented move, the Australian government has announced a ban on the importation of non-prescription vaping products, including those without nicotine. This monumental decision comes as part of the most significant tobacco and vaping control measures in the country in the past decade. But why is this happening now, and what does it mean for the future of vaping in Australia? In this article, we explore the reasons behind these sweeping reforms and examine the impact they may have on public health.

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