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El Cajon council pushes for stronger restrictions on novelty vaping devices aimed at youth
Summary
Councilmembers, citing disguised vaping devices sold in kid‑friendly forms, asked staff and counsel to pursue options for stiffer local penalties and a possible ban on certain products; CASA urged inclusion of flavored products in any local restrictions.
Councilmembers raised alarm about small vaping devices disguised as watches, highlighters, USB drives and novelty items that they say are marketed to children. Deputy Mayor Phil Ortiz and Councilmember Gary Kendrick introduced the item and asked staff to explore stronger enforcement and penalties.
Kendrick said the devices are "exclusively…
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