France Takes First Steps to Ban Disposable Vapes
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France is moving forward with a ban on disposable vaping products. The country’s National Assembly unanimously approved a bill to ban single-use electronic cigarettes because of the product’s environmental impact and tendency to be used by youth.
Lawmakers adopted the bill in a late-night vote on Monday by 104 in favor and zero against.
The bill, supported by the government, will now move to the Senate where it is expected to be adopted. It could go into effect by September 2024, reports ABC News.
This bill is part of a broader trend. The UK, Ireland, and Germany are considering similar measures.
New Zealand and Australia have already implemented restrictions, with the former mandating lower nicotine levels and restrictions on vape shop locations near schools.