FDA to Announce Sweeping Ban of Certain E-Cigarette Products at Convenience Stores

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is expected to announce a sweeping ban on the sales of certain e-cigarette products sold at convenience stores. The agency is expected to publicize its plan as early as next week, which targets convenience stores (not other tobacco retailers) in their effort to crack down on the underage usage of vapor products.

Convenience stores have prided themselves on being the responsible gatekeepers of such products and being leaders in age verification and responsible retailing. It is important to reach out to Iowa members of Congress and the FDA to explain the vital role your store(s) play in selling legal products responsibly.

To contact your member of Congress, please phone at the numbers listed below and/or email or fax a letter. A sample letter is available to help you communicate your concerns.

Sen. Chuck Grassley: ph 202-224-4120; fx 202-224-6020

Sen. Joni Ernst: ph 202-224-3254; fx 202-224-9369

Rep. Rod Blum: ph 202-225-2911; fx 319-364-2994

Rep. Dave Loebsack: ph 202-225-6576; fx 202-226-0757

Rep. David Young: ph 202-225-5476; fx 202-226-1329

Rep. Steve King: ph 202-225-4426; fx 202-225-3193

To contact the Food & Drug Administration, please call 301-827-3101.