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Guides, news, and curated product lists to help you make informed decisions about vaping.
Can You Vape in Iowa? 2026 Laws, No Vape Tax & PMTA Registry Guide
Iowa has no statewide indoor vaping ban, no excise tax on vaping products, and no flavor ban. But a contested PMTA registry law (HF 2677) is blocked by a federal injunction, and a proposed 15% vape tax could change everything. Here's the full breakdown.
Can You Vape in Kansas? 2026 Laws, Low Tax & No Indoor Ban
Kansas has no statewide indoor vaping ban, no flavor ban, and one of the lowest vape taxes in the country at $0.05/mL. The state raised its purchase age to 21 in 2023, and pending SB 355 would require manufacturer licensing and ban youth-targeted marketing.
Can You Vape in Maine? 2026 Laws, 75% Tax & Pharmacy Sales Ban
Maine has a statewide indoor vaping ban, a steep 75% wholesale excise tax (effective January 2026), and local flavor bans in Portland, Bangor, Brunswick, and South Portland. Learn about Maine's vaping laws, the new pharmacy sales ban, penalties, and what vapers need to know.
Can You Vape in Mississippi? 2026 ENDS Directory, Penalties & Product Guide
Mississippi's ENDS Directory law (HB 916) took full effect in December 2025, banning the sale of non-FDA-authorized vape products. There's no state excise tax on vapes, no statewide indoor vaping ban, and no flavor ban, but the product directory has eliminated most disposables and bottled e-liquids from shelves.
Can You Vape in Montana? 2026 Laws, Indoor Ban & No Vape Tax
Montana bans indoor vaping statewide under an expanded Clean Indoor Air Act, but has no vape excise tax, no flavor ban, and no product directory. Learn about Montana's vaping laws, penalties, and what travelers need to know.
Can You Vape in Nebraska? 2026 Registry Law, Online Sales Ban & Indoor Restrictions
Nebraska enforces a statewide indoor vaping ban, a product registry that took effect January 2026, and a complete ban on online vape sales. Learn about Nebraska's vaping laws, taxes, penalties, and what the new registry means for vapers.
Can You Vape in New Mexico? 2026 Laws, Taxes & Indoor Ban Guide
New Mexico allows vaping for adults 21+ but has a statewide indoor vaping ban under the Dee Johnson Clean Indoor Air Act, a 12.5% excise tax on e-liquids, and strict retailer licensing. No statewide flavor ban exists, though multiple bills have been proposed.
Can You Vape in Alabama? 2026 Laws, ENDS Directory & New Retail Permits
Alabama requires all vape products to be listed on its ENDS Directory and manufactured in the US. Convenience stores can only sell FDA-authorized tobacco and menthol flavors, while specialty vape shops need a $1,000 annual permit. A $0.10/mL excise tax takes effect October 2026.
Can You Vape in Hawaii? 2026 Laws, 70% Tax & Strict Beach Bans
Hawaii bans vaping everywhere smoking is prohibited, including beaches, parks, and all indoor public places. A 70% wholesale tax makes it one of the most expensive states for vapers, and a statewide flavor ban could take effect in 2026.
Can You Vape in Missouri? 2026 Laws, No Vape Tax & Local Bans
Missouri has no statewide indoor vaping ban, no flavor ban, and no excise tax on vapor products. It's one of the most permissive states for vapers. But 19+ municipalities including St. Louis and Kansas City ban indoor vaping locally, and federal T21 law means you still need to be 21+ to buy.
Can You Vape in New Hampshire? 2026 Laws, No Sales Tax & Low Vape Taxes
New Hampshire has a statewide indoor vaping ban, no flavor ban, no sales tax, and some of the lowest vape excise taxes in the country at 8% wholesale (open systems) and $0.30/mL (closed systems). The NH Liquor Commission enforces retailer licensing for all vape sellers.
Can You Vape in South Carolina? 2026 Laws, No Excise Tax & Local Indoor Bans
South Carolina has no statewide indoor vaping ban, no flavor ban, and no vape excise tax. Local bans in Columbia, Mount Pleasant, and other cities restrict indoor use. The federal 21+ age rule applies, and pending ENDS directory legislation could change the market.