Category: Press Releases

“Chinese companies have taken advantage of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) lax enforcement by flooding the U.S. market… Read More... "U.S. Senator Rubio: The FDA is Blowing Smoke When It Comes to Chinese Vapes"

“Two lawmakers, including Rep. Rob Wittman (R-VA-01) sent a letter to the Food and Drug Administration Wednesday, urging the agency… Read More... "Wittman Urges FDA Crackdown on Illegal Vaping Products from China"

“Federal officials are seizing more shipments of unauthorized electronic cigarettes at U.S. ports, but thousands of new flavored products continue pouring into… Read More... "U.S. Seizes More Illegal E-cigarettes, Thousands of New Ones Launching"

Charleston, WV Police Department and Kanawha County Sheriff’s Department responded to an armed robbery call. “According to the Charleston Police… Read More... "Vape Shop Shooting, 14-Yr Old Charged with Murder"

Two bills filed at the General Assembly say Virginia should step in where Washington has been ineffective, so far, in blocking unregulated e-cigarettes with sweet flavors that entice teenagers. Read More... "Bills Propose Crackdown on Illicit Vaping Products in Virginia"

U.S. agents recently seized more than 1.4 million illegal e-cigarettes from overseas manufacturers, including the Chinese company behind Elf Bar, a line of fruity disposable vapes that has become the top brand among American teens. Read More... "U.S. Blocks Elf Bar-Maker from Importing Illegal E-Cigarettes "

A retired assistant director with the ATF said without proper resources, Boulder could face a new black market. Read More... "Consequences New Tobacco Regulations Could Bring to Colorado"

Online businesses are selling highlighters, hoodies, and even water bottle-shaped vape pens. Read More... "Vape Pens Disguised as School Supplies: A Warning for Parents"