Vape Safety Act passes the full House - WV MetroNews
The West Virginia House of Delegates passed the Vape Safety Act to regulate vaping product sales and protect children from harmful marketing.Summary
The West Virginia House of Delegates passed House Bill 5437, the Vape Safety Act, with a vote of 88-5. Delegate David McCormick explained the bill aims to remove dangerous, unverified vaping products primarily marketed to children, citing tactics like appealing flavors and direct marketing via text and email. The bill establishes a product registry requiring FDA approval, increases licensing standards for vape shops, and restricts marketing practices. Delegates like Hollis Lewis highlighted the visually appealing, youth-targeted environments of some vape shops. Delegate Elliot Pritt, a school teacher, noted the frequent confiscation of vape cartridges and the pervasive smell of vaping in schools. A similar Senate bill, SB 1000, exists as a potential alternative, but the overall sentiment in the legislature is to address “bad actors” in the vaping industry while allowing legitimate businesses to operate.
(Source：Wv Metronews)
