Category: Recent News

“In the wake of the confusion and misinformation surrounding EVALI, the pandemic hit. Cities and counties began shutting the economy down, separating businesses into categories of “essential” and “non-essential.” In many places, vape shops were designated non-essential and forced to close, while gas stations, grocery stores and convenience stores — all of which sell cigarettes — were permitted to stay open. While our primary focus is the prevention of tobacco harm, we are also a group of small business owners trying to stay afloat in these uncertain times.”

ARTICLE LINK:  Misinformation, pandemic hard on vape shop owners

“New rules limiting smoking and vaping in public spaces take effect Friday, Jan. 1 in Thurston County. The changes adopt the state laws around smoking in public spaces into Thurston County’s sanitary code and apply them to vaping. Starting 2021, smoking and vaping will be banned in indoor public spaces, places of employment and certain youth-oriented public spaces such as playgrounds and childcare centers. Additionally, the rule that prohibits smoking within 25 feet of indoor public places and places of work also will apply to vaping. The changes apply everywhere in Thurston County with the start of the new year, but there will be a six-month phase in period focused on education and outreach rather than enforcement actions, according to the release. Enforcement and legal proceeding may be initiated beginning July 1, 2021.”

ARTICLE LINK:  New rules limiting vaping and smoking take effect Jan. 1 in Thurston County

“The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) had one more surprise in store: The agency delivered notice to distilleries that had produced hand sanitizer in the early days of the pandemic that they now owe an unexpected fee to the government of more than $14,000. When the onset of the pandemic led to a massive increase in demand for hand sanitizer this spring, many distilleries stepped up to alleviate the sudden shortage. More than 800 distilleries pivoted from spirits to sanitizer, offering it for sale or in many cases donating it to their communities free of charge. Their prompt action helped ensure supplies of sanitizer when it was otherwise unobtainable.”

ARTICLE LINK:
When There Wasn’t Enough Hand Sanitizer, Distilleries Stepped Up. Now They’re Facing $14,060 FDA Fees.

Wishing everyone a happy, healthy, and prosperous new year!

“Tobacco legislation and regulation is constantly under review at the local, state and federal levels. In this monthly roundup, Convenience Store News highlights the latest proposals and approved changes happening across the United States.”

ARTICLE LINK: December 2020 Legislative & Regulatory Roundup

The Smoker’s Show! – Year End Recap With Special Guests – S03E04

In this episode…

• We recap the shows we’ve presented in 2020.
• We catch up with two of previous guests from the year, Jennifer (Juice Fairy) Winstead and Jay Love from Five Pawns.
• We take your calls questions, and comments.
• Dimitris delivers a powerful message about the United States Surgeon General that everyone needs to watch.

Bring a friend!
Convert a smoker!
Save a life!

#SmokersWanted

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The Smoker’s Show is a vape show not for vapers, but for smokers.

A show to get information about vaping, to debunk vaping myths, to discuss vaping terminology & technology, and to look, review, & provide starter kits for the transitioning smoker.

We urge all vapers to invite those they know who still smoke to watch the show!

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“The state is taking a more assertive approach to the regulation of tobacco sales by requiring licenses for the sale, distribution or manufacture of all tobacco products under a law signed in the spring of 2020. On July 1, New Mexico increased the minimum age limit to 21 for the purchase of all tobacco products including vaping products. Repeated infractions can lead to fines of up to $10,000 and license revocation.”

ARTICLE LINK:   New year brings new oversight of vaping

“Smokers can expect to pay more for tobacco products in 2021 as Oregon raises the tax on cigarettes – and imposes a tax on electronic cigarettes for the first time. Inhalant delivery systems, such as vaping and e-cigarette products, will be taxed at a rate of 65% of the wholesale purchase price.”

ARTICLE LINK:   Oregon cigarette tax goes up $2 per pack on January 1; e-cigs taxed for first time

Tonight on the Smoker’s Show!

• We’ll recap the shows we’ve presented in 2020.
• We’ll catch up with two of our previous guests, Jennifer Winstead (AKA Juice Fairy) and Jay Love from Five Pawns (and perhaps a surprise guest).
• We’ll urge to you make that New Years Eve Resolution of tobacco harm reduction and give out kits.
• We’ll take you calls, questions, comments, and stories.
• Phil will acknowledge some special YouTube comments.

Tell a friend!
Bring a smoker!
Save a life!
#SmokersWanted

See you all at 9PM EST tonight!

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