FDA Targets SMOKERS & NICOTINE!

January 15, 2025, FDA proposal to drastically lower nicotine levels in cigarettes and certain other combustible tobacco products to 0.7 milligrams per gram, down from an average of 1.72 milligrams. This action, supported by public health advocates but opposed by the tobacco industry, aims to curb addiction and prevent millions of smoking-related deaths. The proposal excludes e-cigarettes and other non-combustible nicotine products, sparking debate. A public comment period is open until September 15, 2025, with implementation potentially delayed until 2027 pending the incoming Trump administration's review. The proposal's long-term impact on public health and the tobacco market remains uncertain.