“Sen. Fred Martin was instrumental in legislation attempting to raise the minimum age to 21 back in 2017. Martin says he does feel sympathy for those 18 to 20-year-olds who no longer have access to these products. Despite the health risks and new possible legal implications, some students still feel the new law is unnecessary. Kai Hart, a sophomore sociology major, believes the federal government should decide whether 18 or 21 is the age to be a legal adult. Once decided, adults should have access to all restricted items. “This country is treating adults like children.””
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Legal age to purchase tobacco, nicotine raised to 21
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