Overview

• Lawmakers from both parties accused the FDA and DOJ of neglecting their duties to enforce e-cigarette regulations.
• Senators highlighted the rise of flavored vapes that appeal to youth, with many products illegally imported from China.
• FDA officials cited an overwhelming backlog of applications and lack of resources as the main obstacles to enforcement.
• A new multi-agency task force has been formed to tackle the issue, though some senators dismissed it as a political gesture.
• High school students testified about the severe impact of nicotine addiction, urging stronger regulatory action.