Lawmakers Reach Out to Convenience Industry Over Sales of Illegal Vapor ProductsFive U.S. senators expressed their concern over retailers' failure to meet their obligations under the Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act. Industry Speaks Out Against Attempt to Stall Changes to Debit Card Swipe FeesThe Secure Payments Act of 2024 would delay proposed revisions until the Federal Reserve conducts a thorough economic analysis. Tackling Tobacco: February 2024 Legislative & Regulatory Roundup Vapor product certification is on the rise in several states, along with proposed cigarette tax increases. FDA Levels Penalties Against Retailers Over Elf Bar Sales The brick-and-mortar operators had previously been issued warning letters. Alternative Fuels Industry Has Mixed Reaction to EPA's Decision on Year-Round E15 Sales A long-delayed rule will allow year-round sales of the ethanol-blended fuel in eight Midwestern states. Washington State Funds Additional Fast Charging Stations Three PowerNode EV chargers will be installed in rural and tribal areas as part of ongoing expansion efforts. Four Takeaways From TPE 2024 Panelists offered tips for dealing with regulators and discussed challenges facing the tobacco industry. Bidi Vapor Fights FDA's Marketing Denial of Tobacco-Flavored ENDS Device An appeal was filed with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit. The Future of Flavored Tobacco Products Remains Up in the Air Any decision on a federal ban could be hampered by the upcoming presidential election. Fuel Industry Groups Urge Minnesota & Iowa to Revise EV Infrastructure Funding Rules The organizations raised concerns about the 15% limit on profits for NEVI grant recipients. First Previous 8 9 10 11 12 Next Last
