New bill could put vape shops out of business, owner say - NewsBreak
Pennsylvania vape shop owners fear new state regulations will force many businesses to close.Summary
Pennsylvania House Bill 1425, also known as Act 57, establishes a state registry of approved vape and e-cigarette products maintained by Attorney General Dave Sunday. Under this law, only products on the registry can be legally sold within the state.
Local business owners, such as Ken Stucker of Union Vapors 570, warn that the law will be devastating. Stucker reports that only 10% of his current inventory is on the approved registry, making it impossible to remain profitable. He expressed concerns that these restrictions will drive customers toward big tobacco companies or an unregulated black market.
The impact extends beyond retail, as some shops serve as community hubs. For instance, Union Vapors 570 hosts open mic nights for local artists. While constitutional challenges to the law are underway, owners fear they will not be resolved before enforcement begins in October.
(Source：Newsbreak)
