What States Are Banning Vapes In 2025? The evidence is clear that bans on flavored vapes produce unintended consequences, including increased cigarette use among adults and teens who might have otherwise switched to less harmful alternatives, Cato's Dr. Jeffrey The Oregon Supreme Court upheld Washington County's ban on flavored tobacco and flavored synthetic nicotine products, ruling that the county ordinance is not preempted by state law. Vape businesses hope courts will halt Multnomah County flavored tobacco ban OPINION: Oregon's proposed flavored vape ban: A gift to criminals, a burden to police Newberg Graphic Oregon appeals court halts governor's vaping ban on flavored tobacco products oregonlive.com