California Lawmakers Propose Ban On All Flavored Tobacco Products

A coalition of California lawmakers, supported by the Lieutenant Governor, has proposed a bill to ban flavored tobacco products in stores. This includes menthol cartridges, refillable vaping devices, flavored cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, and hookah products, but excludes online sales. The bill aims to protect children and teens from unhealthy habits. If passed, California would follow Massachusetts in banning flavored E-cigarette sales.

What action did a coalition of state lawmakers and California's Lieutenant Governor take regarding flavored tobacco products?

• They supported a bill to ban them in California stores.

• They decided to promote flavored tobacco products.

• They planned to increase the sale of flavored tobacco products.

• They ignored the issue of flavored tobacco products.

Which products are targeted by the California bill that goes beyond the FDA's plans?

• Only flavored cigarettes

• Menthol flavored cartridges and refillable tank-based vaping devices

• Unflavored cigars

• Online tobacco products

What is the primary concern of State Senator Jerry Hill regarding flavored tobacco products?

• They entice children and teens into unhealthy habits.

• They are too expensive.

• They are not popular among adults.

• They are not available online.

If the legislation is passed, which state would California follow in banning flavored e-cigarette sales?

• New York

• Florida

• Texas

• Massachusetts

When will the Massachusetts ban on flavored e-cigarette sales go into effect?

• January 1st

• June 1st

• December 1st

• March 1st