Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell will introduce legislation next month to raise the age limit for people to purchase tobacco products and vaping devices from 18 to 21, but it will have exemptions for those who serve in the military.
VA House Passes Bill Stopping Teens Buying Tobacco, Vaping Products
“Raising the legal age for tobacco purchases to 21 is a common sense way to address this escalating public health concern,” said Delegate Chris Stolle.
Richmond Councilman Wants Cigarette Tax For RPS Funding
After Mayor Levar Stoney levied his meals tax on Richmonders, Councilman Parker Agelasto also wants a cigarette tax to fund the RPS rebuild.