Karelia is preparing to ban the retail sale of vapes from March 1, 2027

The head of the Republic of Karelia sent to the Legislative Assembly of the region a bill providing for a complete ban on the retail sale of vapes, liquids and other electronic nicotine delivery systems in the republic. It became known today.

The bill, prepared by the Ministry of Industry and Trade of the Republic of Kazakhstan on behalf of the head of the region, passed the necessary regulatory impact assessment, and was also agreed with the relevant ministries - the Ministry of Justice, the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Finance. Public consultations were held with the expert community and at round tables.

According to the plan, on November 11, the bill will be considered by the Legislative Assembly Committee on Economic Policy, Budget and Taxes. The next day, November 12, the question will be put to a vote at the session of Parliament.

If adopted, the law will enter into force on March 1, 2027. The postponement is necessary in order to enable the business to adapt to the new conditions, and the regulatory authorities to prepare for its implementation.

“We are acting systematically and consistently. I would like to stress that our goal is to protect public health, especially the younger generation. Vapes have become a part of youth culture, they are mistakenly considered safe. That's not true. And we must respond, the initiator of the bill stressed.