This report provides potential criteria to address problematic, unnecessary and avoidable plastic products at the global level, supporting the objectives of the upcoming international plastics instrument as per UNEA Resolution 5/14.
Prohibition
UK bannned single use plastic items with some exemptions.The ban on single-use plastic items, including polystyrene food and drink containers, drinks stirrers, balloon sticks, and cutlery, is in place for online and over-the-counter sales and…
The proposed legislative act for tobacco legislation in New Mexico includes comprehensive provisions to protect public health, particularly among children.
- Bulgaria Faces Legal Complexities as Court Nullifies Indoor Smoking Fine for Tobacco Heating Devices
In response to a Sofia District Court decision that invalidated a fine for smoking indoors using a tobacco heating device, an urgent ordinance reform is ongoing to avoid perceived smoking-related double standards.
In South Africa, the Portfolio Committee on Health will hold public hearings on the Tobacco Products and Electronic Delivery Systems Control Bill beginning on January 26, 2024, for three consecutive days.
On January 24, 2024, Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer proposed a ban on Zyn nicotine pouches. Zyn is a "pouch" that contains high levels of nicotine. Zyn is available in round containers in both flavored and unflavored versions.
The UK plans to outlaw disposable vapes on January 29, 2024, to combat the growth in youth vaping and protect children's health.
On January 24, 2024, Mazhilis deputies - the lower chamber of Parliament - approved legislation intended at reducing tobacco usage, including a complete ban on the import, production, sale, and distribution of electronic consumption systems.
Michigan is considering a bill to ban the sale of flavored tobacco and vaping products, despite the FDA's lack of finalization. Senate Bill 649 proposes a ban on products with distinct flavors, except unflavored tobacco.
Bulgaria will ban products with flavors other than tobacco from January 1, 2024, in response to the European Commission's directive. The amendment requires all heated-tobacco packaging to display a warning highlighting associated risks.