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[Rhode Island] LETTER: A Ban on Flavored Tobacco Products
Providence, R.I., is fighting to protect our children from tobacco. We took the ruling by the Food and Drug Administration banning flavored cigarettes a step further by banning the sale of other candy- and fruit-flavored tobacco products.
Sep 13, 2012
New York Times
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Sep 13, 2012 06:41
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[Oklahoma, Rhode Island] Big tobacco stubs out e-cigarette competitors
Vuse, an electronic cigarette that delivers nicotine without the use of tobacco and is benefiting from the combined marketing power of R.J. Reynolds and state government regulators.
Apr 6, 2013
The Daily Caller (blog)
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Apr 8, 2013 11:12
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[Rhode Island] Providence bans flavored tobacco products
As of Thursday, Rhode Island's capital city prohibits the sale of flavored cigarettes and cigars in an effort to prevent children and teens from using the products. City officials say tobacco companies often market fruit-, chocolate- or candy-flavored to
Jan 4, 2013
Stamford (CT) Advocate
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Jan 4, 2013 13:01
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[Rhode Island] Providence, RI: A Legal Battleground Over Flavored Tobacco Products, Coupons and Promotions
An important legal battle over a retailer's ability to sell flavored tobacco products, accept tobacco product coupons, and offer promotionally-priced tobacco products is being waged in U.S. Federal District Court in Rhode Island. This litigation battle b
Jun 19, 2012
Convenience Store/Petroleum (CSPNet)
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Jun 19, 2012 15:34
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[Rhode Island] Providence takes on big tobacco in federal court over ordinances to curb tobacco sales to teens
City leaders in January passed ordinances prohibiting stores from selling discounted tobacco and non-cigarette fruit- and candy-flavored tobacco products, such as cigars and cigarillos. The National Association of Tobacco Outlets and tobacco companies su
Aug 23, 2012
Providence (RI) Journal-Bulletin
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Aug 24, 2012 01:44
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[Rhode Island] Judge throws out tobacco suit against RI city
A federal judge has thrown out a lawsuit brought by the tobacco industry against the city of Providence, R.I. over ordinances that tighten rules on selling tobacco, rejecting the argument that they violate the industry's rights to free speech.
Dec 11, 2012
AP - Associated Press
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Dec 11, 2012 13:45
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[Rhode Island] RI lawmaker tries again to cut cigarette taxes
a Rhode Island state lawmaker insists lowering the state’s tax on cigarettes would be good for the state’s economy. Rep. Robert Phillips says his legislation to cut the tax by a dollar a pack would encourage smokers to shop local instead of buying their
May 1, 2013
AP - Associated Press
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May 3, 2013 03:00
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[Rhode Island] Tobacco Companies Appeal Unsuccessful Challenge to Local Ordinances
Several tobacco companies have recently appealed a federal trial court’s decision to uphold two local ordinances that ban certain promotional discounts and severely restrict flavored tobacco products.
Jan 26, 2013
Tobacco Law blog— Troutman Sanders LLP
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Jan 28, 2013 23:08
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[Rhode Island] R.I. launches Facebook page for smokers' stories about quitting
Just in time for people making New Year's resolutions, the R.I. Department of Health has launched a Facebook page for people to share their stories about smoking and quitting. The Facebook page, called Tobacco Made Me, offers support and the state's quit
Dec 28, 2012
Providence (RI) Journal-Bulletin
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Dec 29, 2012 12:54
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[Rhode Island] Vendors recognized for tobacco law adherence
More than 20 stores in Providence that sell tobacco are being recognized for their efforts to keep the product out of the hands of minors. The Tobacco-Free Providence campaign has designated 22 local vendors, including convenience stores and liquor store
Nov 4, 2012
AP - Associated Press
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Nov 5, 2012 11:52