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11.10.17 – What we’re reading and watching this morning

Posted on November 10, 2017 by admin

(Illinois) Elk Grove Village – Ordinance No. 3527, An ordinance amending section 3-6B-1 and Section 3-6B-4 of the village code by amending … “WHEREAS, the Mayor and Village Board has determined that it will serve and advance the public’s health, … Continue reading →

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IL – Elk Grove Village – Stop Tobacco 21!

Posted on November 10, 2017 by admin

The Elk Grove Village Board of Trustees will be considering an ordinance (Ordinance No. 3527) that would raise the age to purchase, possess, and sell all tobacco and vapor products from 18 to 21-years-old. The public will have an opportunity … Continue reading →

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11.09.17 – What we’re reading and watching this morning

Posted on November 9, 2017 by admin

(Minnesota) Mankato/N.Mankato – Mankato-N. Kato resolve to decide tobacco issue after Jan. 1 Mankato Free Press, Mark Fischenich “A divided Mankato-North Mankato Intergovernmental Committee couldn’t agree on a recommendation on the Tobacco 21 initiative Wednesday night.” Robbinsdale, MN – City … Continue reading →

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Alexandria, MN – Take action to stop a vaping ban!

Posted on October 23, 2017 by admin

An ordinance that would ban vaping in the same places where smoking is prohibited is being considered by Alexandria’s city council. The city council will hold a public hearing and possibly take action on this ordinance on Monday, October 23, … Continue reading →

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Lindenhurst, NY – Local Alert – Take action to stop a vape shop ban!

Posted on October 3, 2017 by admin

The Lindenhurst Village Board is considering a zoning ordinance that would ban vapor shops and hookah lounges. A public hearing will be held on Tuesday, October 3, 2017 2:30 PM Village Hall 430 S. Wellwood Ave. Lindenhurst NY 11757 Please … Continue reading →

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CASAA Submits Comment in Support of MRTP Application for IQOS

Posted on September 30, 2017 by admin

On September 14th, CASAA submitted a comment in support of PMI’s Modified Risk Tobacco Product (MRTP) application for their “heat not burn” product, IQOS. “…there is no doubt that this technology will benefit the health of the population as a … Continue reading →

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Starkville, MS – Stop an Indoor Vaping Ban! (Update)

Posted on September 21, 2017 by admin

(Update – 09.20.17) Last night, a small handful of advocates and business owners were able to mobilize on short notice and speak in opposition to Starkville’s proposed ordinance to treat vaping like smoking. The debate among city aldermen focused on … Continue reading →

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CT – Take action to stop and outrageous tax on vaping!

Posted on September 12, 2017 by admin

On September 8, 2017, Governor Dannel Malloy delivered a compromise budget to the Connecticut legislature that contains an outrageous 75% wholesale tax on vapor products and a $2.00/oz hike in the tax on smokeless tobacco (bringing the total tax to … Continue reading →

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More Evidence Suggests E-Cigarettes Help Some Smokers Quit

Posted on September 7, 2017 by admin

By Tara Haelle Forbes.com Since the arrival of e-cigarettes, debates have raged in public health and research circles about their value and risks. Can they actually help people stop smoking for good? How much harm can they cause? How does that … Continue reading →

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NYC’s Anti-tobacco and -vaping package passed – Update and Digest

Posted on August 11, 2017 by admin

Update – 08.11.17 On Wednesday, August 9th, The New York City Council voted to pass a package of anti-tobacco and anti-vaping ordinances. Please see the table below for a digest of each law that was passed and their effective dates. … Continue reading →

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