Russian State Duma passes first reading of bill to ban tobacco and e-cigarette sales at public transport stops

Oct.22

Russia's State Duma passes first reading of bill banning tobacco and e-cigarette sales at public transport stops. (20 words)

Key Points

The Russian State Duma passed the first reading of a bill on October 21 to ban the sale of tobacco and e-cigarettes at bus stops.
The bill, number 913952-8, covers cigarettes, nicotine pouches, hookahs, and heated tobacco devices.
The ban will apply to all urban and suburban public transportation stops. If finally approved, the law will take effect on March 1, 2026.
The new regulation is seen as an important measure by Russia to promote smoke-free public spaces and protect public health.

On October 22, 2025, according to the Russian international news agency Interfax, the Russian State Duma passed a first reading of a bill to ban the sale of tobacco and nicotine products at public transportation stops.

According to Bill 913952-8, this ban will apply to all public transportation stops within cities and suburban areas, including bus stops, tram stops, subway stations, and stops on suburban routes. The ban covers traditional cigarettes, e-cigarettes, nicotine pouches, hookah, and devices used to consume nicotine-containing products.

This bill aims to reduce the public's exposure to tobacco products in waiting areas, further restrict tobacco and e-cigarette retail channels, and expand the coverage of smoke-free environments.

If the proposal is approved in the second and third readings and signed by the president, it will officially come into effect on March 1, 2026. This move is seen as an important step in Russia's recent efforts to strengthen anti-smoking policies and public health legislation.

Image source: Interfax

References:

[1] Законопроект о запрете продажи сигарет и вейпов на остановках принят в I чтении

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