Russian State Duma Passes Ban on Tobacco and Vape Sales at Public Transport Stops
Russia's State Duma banned tobacco and vape sales at public transport stops to reduce accessibility, especially for young people, effective September 1, 2026.Summary
The Russian State Duma has approved a law prohibiting the sale of cigarettes and electronic cigarettes at public transport stops. This measure expands existing restrictions on tobacco sales at transport facilities like railway stations and airports, aiming to limit access, particularly for young people. State Duma Chairman Vyacheslav Volodin emphasized the high concentration of people at these stops and the risks of both direct smoking and passive exposure. The law includes an exemption for small settlements where kiosks at transport stops are the only retail outlets for these products. The ban will take effect on September 1, 2026. This decision aligns with Russia’s broader efforts to control vape sales, including potential nationwide bans and increased fines for sales to minors.
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