ENND Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (19 Sep 2019): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
What this bill does
The Ending New Nicotine Dependencies (ENND) Act, introduced in the Senate in 2019, proposes to protect public health by restricting certain e-cigarette products. It would prohibit non-tobacco flavors, such as strawberry, vanilla, and menthol, in e-liquids and electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS). Additionally, it would require ENDS to have tamper-proof designs, prohibit refillable components, and prevent devices from resembling traditional cigarettes or everyday objects like pens.
The bill aims to address concerns about the rise in severe lung illnesses and deaths linked to e-cigarette use, particularly among young people. It also seeks to implement tobacco excise taxes on ENDS and e-liquids, with specific rates based on nicotine content. The legislation proposes a public awareness campaign about the health risks of these products, funded by a portion of the collected excise taxes.
This bill was introduced in the 116th Congress but did not advance past its introduction. It was referred to the Senate Committee on Finance and did not receive a vote in that session of Congress.
Plain-English summary generated by Bill100 AI from the official record. Always verify against the source below.
Official summary
Ending New Nicotine Dependencies Act of 2019 or the ENND Act
This bill revises requirements for electronic nicotine delivery systems (e.g., e-cigarettes, e-hookah, and vape pens).
Specifically, the bill
• prohibits electronic nicotine delivery systems from containing flavors other than tobacco;
• sets forth standards on the permissible design of these systems;
• requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to report on the public health risks of tobacco use, including a focus on these systems and other alternative tobacco products;
• subjects these systems to excise tax requirements; and
• directs HHS to conduct a public awareness campaign to educate the public about the health implications of using these systems.
Timeline
19 Sep 2019
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Common questions
- What does S. 2519 do?
- The Ending New Nicotine Dependencies (ENND) Act, introduced in the Senate in 2019, proposes to protect public health by restricting certain e-cigarette products. It would prohibit non-tobacco flavors, such as strawberry, vanilla, and menthol, in e-liquids and electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS). Additionally, it would require ENDS to have tamper-proof designs, prohibit refillable components, and prevent devices from resembling traditional cigarettes or everyday objects like pens. The bill aims to address concerns about the rise in severe lung illnesses and deaths linked to e-cigarette use, particularly among young people. It also seeks to implement tobacco excise taxes on ENDS and e-liquids, with specific rates based on nicotine content. The legislation proposes a public awareness campaign about the health risks of these products, funded by a portion of the collected excise taxes. This bill was introduced in the 116th Congress but did not advance past its introduction. It was referred to the Senate Committee on Finance and did not receive a vote in that session of Congress.
- Has S. 2519 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S. 2519. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S. 2519?
- S. 2519 was sponsored by Sen. Romney, Mitt [R-UT] (R-UT), with 2 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S. 2519?
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (19 Sep 2019).
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