Where do you land on the "looser vs. smarter" debate? We want to know what you think:
- Do you see the FDA's accelerated authorization plan as deregulation or as fixing a broken process?
- Has your state changed its vape laws recently? How has it affected you?
- Do you trust that faster reviews can happen without sacrificing safety standards?
- What's the single most important thing the FDA should get right in the revised 2021 rule?
Quick poll: Five years from now, how do you think vaping regulation in America will compare to today?
- Much looser — far more products available legally
- Somewhat looser but better enforced
- About the same — just more of the same
- Stricter — fewer products, stronger enforcement
Cast your vote and share your reasoning. We read every comment.
FDA Regulatory Notice: As of September 2026, approximately 95 tobacco products from 11 companies have received FDA PMTA marketing authorization. The majority of vaping products on the market have not received FDA authorization, and their legal status varies by jurisdiction. The FDA's accelerated authorization plan described in this article is based on a Wall Street Journal report and has not yet been officially announced by the agency as of the article date.
State Law Notice: Several states, including California, New York, New Jersey, Rhode Island, and Washington, DC, maintain flavor bans or other restrictions on vaping products. Always check your local laws before purchasing or selling tobacco products.
