2022 Could Prove to Be Another Active Year for Tobacco LegislationThe industry cannot rule out tax hikes or flavor bans, according to a Tobacco Plus Expo presentation. OSHA Withdraws Federal Vaccine Mandate for Businesses The agency's decision comes less than two weeks after the U.S. Supreme Court blocked the rule. Legislative Corner: The Top Issues & Actions of January 2022 C-stores are blocked from selling wine spritzers in Kentucky, as New York's Styrofoam ban takes effect and Philadelphia enacts a vaccine mandate for on-site dining. Retail Industry Focused on Health & Safety Following Court's Stay of Vaccine Mandate The case now goes back to the Sixth Circuit for further consideration while the stay remains in place. Supreme Court Blocks Federal Vaccine Mandate for Businesses The majority of the justices concluded the Biden Administration overstepped its authority. Supreme Court Refuses to Hear Appeal for Year-Round E15 Sales The highest court leaves in place the decision to restrict sale of the alternative fuel from June 1 to Sept. 15. New Year Ushers in Tobacco Licensing Law for Oregon Retailers The requirement will cost operators $953 for the annual license. More Than Half of U.S. States Will Increase Minimum Wage in 2022 California has the highest state minimum wage at $15 per hour. Plaid Pantry's CEO Pushes to Bring Flavored Tobacco Ban to the Voters Washington County is the first county in Oregon to prohibit the sale of flavored products. Tackling Tobacco: December 2021 Legislative & Regulatory Roundup Flavored tobacco bans come up against some headwinds. First Previous 33 34 35 36 37 Next Last
