The Respiratory Health Association (RHA) applauds Illinois Governor Pat Quinn for taking action to restrict the sale of electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) to minors. Senate Bill 1756 ensures that e-cigarettes will be subject to the same laws as conventional cigarettes and other tobacco products when it comes to selling to minors.
“E-cigarettes can contain nicotine, which is highly addictive, as well as other chemicals,” said RHA president and CEO Joel Africk. “They also come in many flavors that may appeal to youth, such as licorice, cotton candy and gummy bears.”