Citizen Portal News Vermont

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2 days ago

Committee hears testimony on S.198 to tighten retail controls and curb youth vaping The Vermont House Committee on Commerce & Economic Development heard testimony April 9 on S.198, a bill that would expand retail controls on flavored and high‑nicotine products, close online age‑gating loopholes and remove penalties for youth possession — witnesses urged stronger enforcement and cessation supports.

Vermont lawmakers are considering a bold new bill to tighten controls on flavored and high-nicotine vaping products, aiming to protect youth from easy access to these addictive substances.

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#VT #RetailRegulation #PublicHealth #CitizenPortal #YouthVaping #VermontCommerce

Citizen Portal News Arkansas

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4 days ago

Students and advocates urge Arkansas lawmakers to ban vaping in public indoor spaces Youth speakers and project representatives told the committee that vaping is widespread among Arkansas youth, argued aerosol and nicotine harms justify aligning vape rules with smoke‑free laws, and recommended prevention and indoor bans.

Youth vaping is skyrocketing in Arkansas, with 44% of high school seniors having tried it, prompting advocates to call for urgent legislative action to protect public health.

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Citizen Portal News Massachusetts

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6 days ago

Northampton Board of Health sets April hearing and proposes 07/01/2005 birth-date for Nicotine Free Generation policy After public comment from health professionals, youth and retailers, the Northampton Board of Health voted unanimously to hold a public hearing at its April 16 meeting and to include a proposed effective birth-date of July 1, 2005 in a draft nicotine-free-generation regulation.

The Northampton Board of Health is taking a bold step towards a Nicotine Free Generation by proposing a birth-date cutoff that could reshape access to recreational nicotine for future youth.

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Citizen Portal News Vermont

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1 week ago

Senate advances broad tobacco bill to curb youth vaping, decouple retail licenses and study nicotine concentration tax options S.198, a broad modernization of Vermont’s tobacco laws that targets deceptive vape devices, decouples tobacco and liquor licenses, raises penalties and moves wholesaler licensing to the Department of Liquor and Lottery, was amended on the floor and ordered to third reading.

Vermont's Senate is taking bold steps to combat youth vaping and deceptive tobacco products with a groundbreaking bill aimed at protecting our children and modernizing tobacco laws.

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#VT #RetailLicensing #PublicHealth #CitizenPortal #YouthVaping #VermontTobacco

Ciarán Mather

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2 weeks ago

The 'war against youth vaping' has begun in Kildare Content creators such as Kasey Campion, Jim Flanno, Sean Fitzgerald and Billykiss are participating in the new campaign

The 'war against #youthvaping' has begun in #Kildare

#Health #Politics #Vaping #IrishPolitics #KildareNews

Citizen Portal News Florida

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3 weeks ago

North Port commission backs letter to school board endorsing vape detectors The City Commission approved a motion directing the city attorney to draft and send a letter of support for vape‑detection monitors to the county school board, citing student safety; the motion passed 4‑1.

North Port City Commission has taken a bold step to combat student vaping by endorsing vape-detection monitors, sparking a heated debate among local leaders and parents.

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#NorthPortSarasotaCounty #FL #CitizenPortal #YouthVaping #PublicSafety #CommunitySupport #NorthPortSchools

Citizen Portal News Colorado

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1 month ago

Pitkin County moves to ban flavored tobacco sales after student and public testimony Pitkin County commissioners voted Feb. 25 to amend the county tobacco-retail license to prohibit sale of flavored tobacco products after presentations from public health staff, school officials and students who said flavors are driving youth nicotine use.

Pitkin County is taking a bold step to combat youth vaping by moving to ban flavored tobacco products, responding to alarming testimonies from students and public health officials.

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Citizen Portal News North Dakota

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1 month ago

Fargo Board of Health backs resolution urging ban on flavored tobacco sales, stronger retail licensing After presentations and public comment, the Fargo Cass Board of Health voted to recommend a draft ordinance that would create a local tobacco retailer license, require mandatory retailer education, strengthen penalties and end the sale of flavored tobacco and nicotine products to reduce youth vaping.

Fargo's Board of Health is taking a bold stand against youth vaping by recommending a ban on flavored tobacco sales and stronger retailer regulations!

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#FargoCassCounty #ND #RetailLicensing #CitizenPortal #FargoPublicHealth #YouthVaping #TobaccoRegulation

Citizen Portal News Florida

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2 months ago

Tobacco Free Brevard urges zoning, retailer limits to curb youth vaping Tobacco Free Brevard presented county data showing concentrated retail marketing near schools and parks and proposed zoning and retailer-density limits to reduce youth exposure to tobacco and vaping products.

Tobacco Free Brevard is pushing for zoning limits to combat the alarming trend of youth vaping, revealing that over 480 retailers are just a stone's throw from schools and parks.

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#BrevardCounty #FL #TobaccoControl #CitizenPortal #YouthVaping #RetailMarketing

Citizen Portal News Vermont

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2 months ago

Senate panel hears testimony on S.198 to curb youth vaping; bill would ban toy-like devices and shift penalties to suppliers At a Senate Economic Development, Housing & General Affairs hearing, state and public‑health witnesses backed S.198, which would ban vape devices designed to look like toys, strengthen licensing and enforcement, and remove fines for youth possession in favor of penalties for suppliers and retailers.

Vermont lawmakers are taking a stand against youth vaping by proposing a bold bill that bans toy-like devices and shifts penalties from minors to retailers.

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#VT #PublicHealth #CitizenPortal #YouthVaping #RegulatoryReform #VermontTobacco

Citizen Portal News Colorado

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2 months ago

Residents urge Aurora council to adopt tobacco retail licensing to curb youth vaping and level the playing field During the public comment portion, multiple residents and public health advocates urged the council to adopt a tobacco retail licensing (TRL) ordinance to reduce youth access to vaping products and to provide consistent enforcement and support for compliant small businesses.

Aurora residents are rallying for a tobacco retail licensing ordinance that could revolutionize youth vaping prevention and support honest small businesses.

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Citizen Portal News Maryland

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2 months ago

Calvert County health official warns of rising teen vaping; schools report middle‑school and high‑school use Calvert County Health Department tobacco coordinator Rebecca Sayer told Commissioner Catherine Grosso that students as young as eighth grade are vaping in classrooms and bathrooms, using products that can contain high nicotine levels and are easily concealed; schools use suspensions, patrols and bathroom sensors while community education and school clubs are being deployed.

Teens in Calvert County are secretly vaping high-nicotine products in schools, raising alarms about addiction and health risks.

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Citizen Portal News Colorado

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3 months ago

Residents, health professionals urge Aurora to adopt local tobacco retail licensing Parents, students and health professionals urged Aurora City Council to adopt a local tobacco retail license to curb youth vaping and strengthen local enforcement beyond state licensing, citing retailer noncompliance and youth access.

Aurora residents and health experts are rallying for a local tobacco retail licensing ordinance to combat youth vaping and enhance accountability among retailers.

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#AuroraCityDouglasCounty #CO #HealthEquity #LocalEnforcement #CitizenPortal #YouthVaping

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4 months ago

Smoking, Vaping, and Mental Fitness Seeing Both Sides — and Finding a Way Forward

Hi guys, this week I talk about how smoking, vaping, and media exposure shape young brains. Why influence comes before choice—and how understanding this restores hope and mental fitness. Read on 🔗

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#youthvaping #mentalfitness #howtostopsmoking #howtostopvaping

ADPH London

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4 months ago

Youth Vaping Position Statement for London YouTube video by ADPH London

📢Working with @lta-london.bsky.social London Tobacco Alliance & partners, we've developed a Youth Vaping Position Statement to support strategic action across London camdencouncil.bsky.social DPH Kirsten Watters presents the statement and key messages: youtu.be/qrq6Ivp79dA
#YouthVaping #PublicHealth

Citizen Portal News Colorado

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4 months ago

Students and youth coalition press Aurora council for tobacco retail license to curb youth vaping Students and youth coalition members urged the Aurora City Council to adopt a tobacco retail license (TRL) and stricter checks after describing easy youth access to flavored vapes and the adverse effects on classmates; speakers included high-school students and coalition members.

High school students in Aurora are calling for urgent action to curb youth vaping, highlighting how easily teens access nicotine products and the devastating impact on their futures.

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#AuroraCityDouglasCounty #CO #CitizenPortal #AddictionPrevention #YouthVaping #AuroraStudents

Citizen Portal News California

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5 months ago

Tiburon council introduces ordinance to ban tobacco and nicotine sales, deletes narrow exemption Council voted to introduce an ordinance amending Chapter 28 of the Tiburon Municipal Code to prohibit the sale of all tobacco products and electronic smoking devices; council also approved removing a provision that would have excepted retail tobacco stores from certain smoke-free definitions.

Tiburon Town Council is taking a bold step to protect youth by banning the sale of all tobacco and nicotine products, including e-cigarettes, within town limits!

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#CA #CitizenPortal #TiburonTobacco #YouthVaping #PublicHealth #EnvironmentalHarms

The Pharmacist

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6 months ago

Government proposes vape retailer licensing to protect children Retailers in England and Wales could soon be required to hold a licence to sell vapes, nicotine products and tobacco under government plans

Government proposes vape retailer licensing to protect children

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The Pharmacist

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6 months ago

Government proposes vape retailer licensing to protect children Retailers in England and Wales could soon be required to hold a licence to sell vapes, nicotine products and tobacco under government plans

Government proposes vape retailer licensing to protect children

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London Tobacco Alliance

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6 months ago

We’re looking forward to our #YouthVaping webinar with Partnership For Young London this week - bringing together youth and #publichealth partners to discuss data, policy and young people’s experiences.

🎥 The recording will be shared soon on londontobaccoalliance.org.uk

#LondonHealth

Gltch

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7 months ago

Vape brands bypass regulations on marketing to young people by using global social media accounts Youth vaping is a major public health concern in many countries, with New Zealand's youth vaping rates among the highest in the world, and rising.

🌬️ NZ teens face a rising cloud… Vaping rates soar, becoming a global health mystery. What’s fueling this trend? 🤔 #YouthVaping

Source: phys.org/news/2025-08-vape-brands...

London Tobacco Alliance

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7 months ago

Helping young people stop smoking and vaping New guidance from the NCSCT has been published to support professionals working with young people.

The @ncsct.bsky.social has published 2x new briefings:

📌Young people and stopping smoking: lnkd.in/dxfjrPX3
📌Young people and stopping vaping: lnkd.in/dpT7UfGQ

Useful guidance for professionals working with young people.

#quitsmoking #youthvaping

www.londontobaccoalliance.org.uk/news/ncsct-y...

Citizen Portal News Louisiana

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7 months ago

Baton Rouge Council Approves Ordinance Mandating Vape Shop Signage and Location Restrictions Council enforces new distance and signage regulations for vape shops near schools and parks.

Baton Rouge's Metropolitan Council just took a bold step to combat youth vaping by approving a new ordinance that regulates vape shop locations and mandates clear signage to protect our children.

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#BatonRougeCityEastBatonRougeParish #LA #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #YouthVaping

Citizen Portal News Wisconsin

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8 months ago

School Pilot Program Aims to Address Youth Vaping and Avoid Expulsion Pilot program targets expelled students to prevent vaping-related issues in schools.

A groundbreaking pilot program in Wisconsin aims to tackle the vaping crisis among students, offering support to those caught in the act while preventing expulsion.

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#WI #CitizenPortal #HealthierChoices #YouthVaping #StudentSupport

Citizen Portal News Louisiana

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8 months ago

Louisiana Health Department Discusses Alarming Rise in Youth Vaping Rates Louisiana youth vaping rates have surged, with 30% of high schoolers reporting use in 2023.

The alarming rise of vaping among Louisiana's youth has skyrocketed, with 30% of high schoolers now admitting to using e-cigarettes—what's driving this epidemic?

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Citizen Portal News Louisiana

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8 months ago

School Board Member Advocates Stricter Vaping Policies for Students Board member calls for tougher vaping rules to protect students and tackle the issue.

A passionate school board member is demanding stricter vaping policies to combat the alarming rise of vaping among students, citing current penalties as woefully inadequate.

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#LA #CitizenPortal #LouisianaSchools #PolicyReform #YouthVaping #StudentSafety

B.C. Begley

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8 months ago

Juul can continue to sell e-cigarettes, FDA says YouTube video by B.C. Begley

Juul can continue to sell e-cigarettes, FDA says
#JuulReturns #FDADecision #YouthVaping
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Citizen Portal News California

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9 months ago

Santa Cruz council supports filtered tobacco ban amid youth vaping concerns Council member O'Hara advocates for comprehensive tobacco policies to protect public health.

Santa Cruz is taking bold steps to combat the dual threats of tobacco waste and youth vaping, with council members pushing for a comprehensive ordinance that could change the landscape of public health.

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#SantaCruzCounty #CA #CitizenPortal #EnvironmentalImpact #YouthVaping

Citizen Portal News California

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9 months ago

Community urges regulation of all 222 tobacco stores to protect youth health Residents demand urgent action to include all tobacco stores in new regulatory ordinance

Modesto residents are rallying for comprehensive tobacco regulations, demanding action to protect their youth from the vaping epidemic that threatens their health.

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#ModestoCityStanislausCounty #CA #CitizenPortal #YouthVaping #ModestoYouth #PublicHealth

Citizen Portal News US

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9 months ago

Pichi Torres Zamora praises 681 new medical graduates from Ciencias Médicas campus Torres Zamora celebrates the graduation of health professionals from Ciencias Médicas campus.

Vaping among elementary students has reached alarming levels, prompting urgent calls for action while the healthcare sector celebrates the graduation of 681 new medical professionals ready to serve Puerto Rico.

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