By Nick Orlando, Executive Director of the Florida Smoke Free Association
Florida is already grappling with a flood of unregulated disposable vapes, and pretending otherwise jeopardizes our youth. The Florida Smoke Free Association stands firmly behind SB 980 because it delivers what Florida needs: real, enforceable safeguards. This isn’t about inviting new products; it’s about regulating what’s already here.
By restricting these devices to 21+ establishments, SB 980 closes the door on youth access. The alternative—doing nothing—leaves minors exposed to dangerous, unregulated sales. SB 980 ensures Florida leads by creating a responsible, Florida-crafted solution: keeping vapes out of kids’ hands, protecting legitimate businesses, and ensuring we don’t fail those we’re meant to protect.
