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Tobacco Product Fees to Combat Youth Vaping

This act increases fees on tobacco product manufacturers, including e-cigarettes, to fund efforts preventing youth vaping. This means manufacturers will pay more, and the collected funds are intended for public education campaigns and research on e-cigarette dangers, potentially impacting public health and product availability.
Key points
Increased fees for tobacco product manufacturers, including e-cigarettes, starting in 2022, with further increases in subsequent years.
Expansion of fee application to all types of tobacco products, including those newly deemed subject to regulations.
Introduction of a requirement for manufacturers to submit sales data, enabling fair fee calculation.
Mandatory annual reporting by the FDA on how collected funds are spent, including on youth education campaigns.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_4629
Sponsor: Rep. Bustos, Cheri [D-IL-17]
Process start date: 2021-07-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Resources To Prevent Youth Vaping Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4629.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased fees for tobacco product manufacturers, including e-cigarettes, starting in 2022, with further increases in subsequent years.
  • Expansion of fee application to all types of tobacco products, including those newly deemed subject to regulations.
  • Introduction of a requirement for manufacturers to submit sales data, enabling fair fee calculation.
  • Mandatory annual reporting by the FDA on how collected funds are spent, including on youth education campaigns.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Bustos, Cheri [D-IL-17].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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