A proposal to ban all flavored electronic cigarette products in Maine is gaining support from major lawmakers from both parties. The measure would prohibit the sale of flavored electronic cigarettes other than tobacco in Maine, as well as other tobacco products, including menthol flavor.
According to a report from "Union Leader," legislation proposed by State Senator Jill Duson has gained the support of House Speaker Rachel Talbot Ross and Senate President Troy Jackson. Committee meetings and public hearings will be scheduled in the coming weeks to discuss the proposal.
Support and opposition opinions.
Supporters of the bill argue that adding flavors to the products is meant to attract minors and get them addicted to nicotine. However, it is illegal for individuals under 21 to purchase electronic cigarette products.
Opponents argue that this will only force people to leave the state to purchase flavored tobacco, and believe that adults who use e-cigarettes as a smoking cessation method should be able to buy flavored tobacco.
Five cities in the state of Maine have banned flavored tobacco.
Earlier this month, Bar Harbor became the fifth American town to ban flavored tobacco products. Portland, South Portland, Brunswick, and Bangor also voted in favor of similar bans.
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Support for a bill banning flavored vaping products is growing in Maine.
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