Washington advocates push for state ban on flavored vapes

A coalition in Washington is advocating to ban flavored nicotine vapes, aiming to reduce youth addiction. Led by Tobacco-Free Kids, the group plans to introduce legislation with the support of lawmakers in 2024. The campaign "Flavors Hook Kids Washington" seeks to prohibit all flavored tobacco products, including menthol cigarettes. Despite a decrease in youth vaping, concerns about increasing cigarette smoking arise from potential flavor bans. Advocates argue for protecting children from addiction and harmful marketing tactics, especially targeting vulnerable communities. Opponents mention the potential negative impact on smoking cessation efforts and advocate for considering all facts before implementing a ban.