Senate Funds $200M to Combat Illegal Chinese Vapes

On November 14th, a new Senate deal targets illegal Chinese vaping products, allocating $200 million to disrupt their supply chain. The Ensuring the Necessary Destruction of Illicit Chinese Tobacco Act, introduced by Senators John Cornyn and Martin Heinrich, aims to address national security and public health concerns. The funding, part of a larger appropriations bill, shows bipartisan support. Officials highlight the harm to American youth and businesses, with many products originating from Shenzhen, China. The FDA leads efforts to control the vape market, using AI to combat the influx of illicit products. The Daily News Now! - Every city. Every story. AI Powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.