Stop the 30% tax increase on vaping liquids
Stop the 30% tax increase on vaping liquids
The Issue
Switching from traditional cigarettes to vaping has been a transformative experience for me, drastically improving both my health and the well-being of my family. Vaping allowed me to quit smoking, a habit that seemed insurmountable, and now, my family breathes easier in a smoke-free home. However, the proposed 30% increase in taxes on vaping liquids threatens to undo this progress, not only for me but for countless others who rely on vaping as a cessation tool.
The impact of this tax hike is going to be profound. An increase of this magnitude will force many individuals back to smoking traditional cigarettes, which are known to be more harmful. The CDC reports that smoking is the leading cause of preventable deaths in the United States, killing more than 480,000 Americans each year. Vaping, which Public Health England has stated is 95% less harmful than smoking, serves as an alternative that has helped many people quit smoking altogether. It seems counterproductive to make this healthier option less accessible through excessive taxing.
This tax increase won't just affect individual health, but it will also devastate the businesses that specialize in selling vaping products. Many small businesses, the backbone of our local economies, are already struggling due to the current economic climate. Facing an additional financial burden like a 30% tax increase could drive many to close their doors permanently, resulting in job losses and a further weakened economy.
Rather than imposing burdensome taxes, more balanced and fair regulations should be considered. For instance, implementing educational programs warning against underage vaping while supporting adult vapers in their effort to quit smoking would be far more effective. Taxes that excessively target vaping infringe on personal choices and force people toward unhealthy alternatives.
We urge our local and state government representatives to reconsider this impending tax increase. Let's work towards policies that support public health by keeping alternative smoking cessation methods affordable and accessible.
Please sign this petition to prevent the 30% tax increase on vaping liquids and support healthier choices for everyone.
The impact of this tax hike is going to be profound. An increase of this magnitude will force many individuals back to smoking traditional cigarettes, which are known to be more harmful. The CDC reports that smoking is the leading cause of preventable deaths in the United States, killing more than 480,000 Americans each year. Vaping, which Public Health England has stated is 95% less harmful than smoking, serves as an alternative that has helped many people quit smoking altogether. It seems counterproductive to make this healthier option less accessible through excessive taxing.
This tax increase won't just affect individual health, but it will also devastate the businesses that specialize in selling vaping products. Many small businesses, the backbone of our local economies, are already struggling due to the current economic climate. Facing an additional financial burden like a 30% tax increase could drive many to close their doors permanently, resulting in job losses and a further weakened economy.
Rather than imposing burdensome taxes, more balanced and fair regulations should be considered. For instance, implementing educational programs warning against underage vaping while supporting adult vapers in their effort to quit smoking would be far more effective. Taxes that excessively target vaping infringe on personal choices and force people toward unhealthy alternatives.
We urge our local and state government representatives to reconsider this impending tax increase. Let's work towards policies that support public health by keeping alternative smoking cessation methods affordable and accessible.
Please sign this petition to prevent the 30% tax increase on vaping liquids and support healthier choices for everyone.
Keith HodkinsonPetition Starter
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The Issue
Switching from traditional cigarettes to vaping has been a transformative experience for me, drastically improving both my health and the well-being of my family. Vaping allowed me to quit smoking, a habit that seemed insurmountable, and now, my family breathes easier in a smoke-free home. However, the proposed 30% increase in taxes on vaping liquids threatens to undo this progress, not only for me but for countless others who rely on vaping as a cessation tool.
The impact of this tax hike is going to be profound. An increase of this magnitude will force many individuals back to smoking traditional cigarettes, which are known to be more harmful. The CDC reports that smoking is the leading cause of preventable deaths in the United States, killing more than 480,000 Americans each year. Vaping, which Public Health England has stated is 95% less harmful than smoking, serves as an alternative that has helped many people quit smoking altogether. It seems counterproductive to make this healthier option less accessible through excessive taxing.
This tax increase won't just affect individual health, but it will also devastate the businesses that specialize in selling vaping products. Many small businesses, the backbone of our local economies, are already struggling due to the current economic climate. Facing an additional financial burden like a 30% tax increase could drive many to close their doors permanently, resulting in job losses and a further weakened economy.
Rather than imposing burdensome taxes, more balanced and fair regulations should be considered. For instance, implementing educational programs warning against underage vaping while supporting adult vapers in their effort to quit smoking would be far more effective. Taxes that excessively target vaping infringe on personal choices and force people toward unhealthy alternatives.
We urge our local and state government representatives to reconsider this impending tax increase. Let's work towards policies that support public health by keeping alternative smoking cessation methods affordable and accessible.
Please sign this petition to prevent the 30% tax increase on vaping liquids and support healthier choices for everyone.
The impact of this tax hike is going to be profound. An increase of this magnitude will force many individuals back to smoking traditional cigarettes, which are known to be more harmful. The CDC reports that smoking is the leading cause of preventable deaths in the United States, killing more than 480,000 Americans each year. Vaping, which Public Health England has stated is 95% less harmful than smoking, serves as an alternative that has helped many people quit smoking altogether. It seems counterproductive to make this healthier option less accessible through excessive taxing.
This tax increase won't just affect individual health, but it will also devastate the businesses that specialize in selling vaping products. Many small businesses, the backbone of our local economies, are already struggling due to the current economic climate. Facing an additional financial burden like a 30% tax increase could drive many to close their doors permanently, resulting in job losses and a further weakened economy.
Rather than imposing burdensome taxes, more balanced and fair regulations should be considered. For instance, implementing educational programs warning against underage vaping while supporting adult vapers in their effort to quit smoking would be far more effective. Taxes that excessively target vaping infringe on personal choices and force people toward unhealthy alternatives.
We urge our local and state government representatives to reconsider this impending tax increase. Let's work towards policies that support public health by keeping alternative smoking cessation methods affordable and accessible.
Please sign this petition to prevent the 30% tax increase on vaping liquids and support healthier choices for everyone.
Keith HodkinsonPetition Starter
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Petition created on 8 March 2026