Supreme Court Refuses to Block California Flavored Tobacco/Vaping Ban
Now that the emergency application has failed, California’s ban on most flavored tobacco and vaping products should go into effect next week.
R.J. Reynolds Asks Supreme Court to Stop California’s Flavored Tobacco Ban
As expected, R.J. Reynolds is asking the Supreme Court to intervene before California’s ban on most flavored tobacco and vaping products takes effect next month.
Weekly News (Nov. 14, 2022)
A weekly recap of cigar industry news.
R.J. Reynolds Files Lawsuit Against California’s Flavored Tobacco Ban
As expected, R.J. Reynolds has filed another lawsuit against California’s flavored tobacco ban. The decision comes after voters in California approved the law during Tuesday’s election.
California Voters Ban Most Flavored Tobacco & Vaping Products, Expensive Cigars Exempted
Flavored pipe and shisha tobacco will also remain legal. Some handmade flavors cigars will remain legal but it’s going to be complicated and expensive for consumers.
Moraga, Calif. Bans the Sale of Flavored Tobacco
The East Bay city enacts its own ban ahead of a potential statewide ban being approved by voters.
Chula Vista, Calif. Passes First Reading of Flavored Tobacco Ban, Premium Cigars Exempt
Chula Vista is implementing its own ban ahead of the November election that could result in a statewide ban on flavored tobacco products.
San Benito County, Calif. Passes First Reading of Flavored Tobacco Ban (Update)
The county could have its ban in place before voters decide a statewide ban.
Scotts Valley, Calif. to Ban Flavored Tobacco Products as of July 15
With the ordinance’s passage, Santa Cruz County has a complete ban on the sale of flavored tobacco products.
Los Angeles Mayor Signs Flavored Tobacco Ban Into Law
On Monday, Mayor Eric Garcetti signed an ordinance that will ban the sale of flavored tobacco products as of Jan. 1, 2023.
Los Angeles Bans Flavored Tobacco Sales, Hookah Lounges Exempt
Flavored cigar sales will become illegal in Los Angeles effective Jan. 1, 2023.