Legislation to Protect Florida's Children from E-Cigarettes Passes Regulated Industries
Committee
Thursday, a piece of legislation that I have introduced this year passed the Senate Regulated Industries Committee unanimously. If passed Senate Bill 224 will ban the sale of electronic cigarettes to minors in the State of Florida.
Electronic cigarettes and similar devices have the potential to encourage life-long and unhealthy habits in children. Unfortunately, we are seeing increased use of these products by children in middle and high school. By regulating their sale to minors, Florida can stay ahead of the growing market and keep these products out of the hands of our children.
Currently, there are no age restrictions on alternative nicotine products in Florida despite studies that show use is increasing. SB 224 will now move the Committee on Criminal Justice. Allowing a child to become dependent upon nicotine
Committee
Thursday, a piece of legislation that I have introduced this year passed the Senate Regulated Industries Committee unanimously. If passed Senate Bill 224 will ban the sale of electronic cigarettes to minors in the State of Florida.
Electronic cigarettes and similar devices have the potential to encourage life-long and unhealthy habits in children. Unfortunately, we are seeing increased use of these products by children in middle and high school. By regulating their sale to minors, Florida can stay ahead of the growing market and keep these products out of the hands of our children.
Currently, there are no age restrictions on alternative nicotine products in Florida despite studies that show use is increasing. SB 224 will now move the Committee on Criminal Justice. Allowing a child to become dependent upon nicotine