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Vapor Category News
Senators reach out to c-store chains and wholesalers about unauthorized vapor product sales.
News from FDA
Civil money complaints issued
Agency emphasizes it will continue to take actions against mfgs, distributors and retailers for unauthorized e-cigarette sales.
Issues & Advocacy
News from Ohio
Legislation introduced to begin state income and commercial activity taxes elimination discussion.
Workers' Comp & Safety
News from Sedgwick
Safety Series webinars, identifying and reporting suspected fraud claim, and other insights from Sedgwick.
News from FDA
Court decision and FDA MDOs
Federal court grants permanent stay of enforcement on marketing denial order for Vuse, and FDA issues additional marketing denial orders on other e-cigarette products.
News from Ohio
Ohio Department of Taxation
Commercial activities tax and cigarette license renewal date changes coming in 2024.
Issues & Advocacy
News from Ohio
Legislation, what employers should know about Ohio's new recreational marijuana law, and OWMA shares rules and audits comments with Tax Department.
Issues & Advocacy
Local Issues and Ordinances
Resources to prepare for the Columbus flavored tobacco/vapor sales ban, effective January 1, 2024.
Workers' Comp & Safety
News from Sedgwick
Understanding and reducing the risk of workplace musculoskeletal disorders injuries.
News from FDA
Youth Tobacco Survey
The 2023 national survey results show that fewer high schoolers are using tobacco and e-cigarettes, with slight increase among middle school students.
Industry News
Vapor Category News
NJOY brings litigation against illicit disposable vapor manufacturers.
News from FDA
Resource Center: Menthol/Flavors
FDA advances proposed product standards banning menthol and flavors to step #8 of the 9-step rule making process.
Issues & Advocacy
State and Local Updates
Bill introduced to increase penalties for underage sales, and updates on local activity.
We Card Awareness
September 2023
We Card Awareness Month focuses on important reminders and resources to prevent underage tobacco and vapor sales.
Conference Thank You
Pictures and Event Recap
It was a great year to be at the Midwest Wholesale Distributors Conference!
News from FDA
Warning letters issued
Online retailers warned to stop selling illegal e-cigarettes resembling characters, school supplies, toys and drinks.
Workers' Comp & Safety
OSHA news from Sedgwick
OSHA National Emphasis Program focuses on reducing and preventing hazards and injuries in warehousing and distribution centers.
MWDC 2023
Thank you!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2023 conference! Pictures and full recap coming soon!
News from FDA
Resource Center: Menthol/Flavors
FDA plans to release the final draft rule in August 2023 to ban the legal sale of menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars through licensed, regulated businesses.
News from Washington
Credit Card Competition Act
Reducing credit card swipe fees would benefit all businesses and consumers.
Workers' Comp & Safety
Sedgwick Safety Insights
OSHA's National Emphasis Program targets fall protection.
News from Ohio
State Budget Updates
Senate releases budget bill rewrite with income tax and CAT rate reductions. Progress on county arts tax but more changes still needed.
Industry News
We Card 'Social Sourcing' Program
We Card is rolling out a new program to address the problem of “social sourcing” of tobacco and vaping products.
Industry News
Convenience channel's effect on snacking
Sweets & Snacks Expo session highlights candy and snacks category boost from foodservice traffic, pack size variety and technology adoption.
News from Ohio
Phones Down. It's the Law
As of April 4, 2023, is it illegal to use or hold a cell phone or electronic device while driving in Ohio.
News from Washington
Reagan-Udall Foundation
Report prompts House committee to question operations of FDA tobacco program.
News from FDA
Center for Tobacco Products
Court issues stay on Vuse Solo G2 menthol replacement cartridge marketing denial order.
Issues & Advocacy
Local Issues and Ordinances
Columbus public health code update includes increase in penalties for retail sales violations.