Major tobacco policy developments are unfolding in 2026, with significant implications for public health. Meanwhile, Washington state has expanded its 95% tobacco products tax to include nicotine pouches and vaping products, closing gaps in how emerging nicotine products are regulated.
At the same time, federal regulators continue reviewing industry requests to market nicotine pouches with modified-risk claims, and lawmakers are working to curb the flow of illegal vape products entering the U.S. Read the full update for more.
Last Modified on
Apr 07, 2026