PSD MP Oana Matache proposes a legislative initiative to ban vaping in enclosed spaces

Social Democratic Party (PSD) MP for Buzău Oana Matache has announced that she will propose banning vaping in indoor spaces and tightening regulations on the sale of electronic cigarettes and energy drinks. The initiative will be prepared following a prevention campaign held in schools and high schools across Buzău County.

The “Choices for Your Life” campaign is organized by the Women for a Better Society Association together with MP Oana Matache. Specialists will discuss with students the risks associated with vaping and energy drink consumption, peer pressure, and the support available to those who want to quit.

The lawmaker says these products are consumed by children under 12 as well and that vaping takes place near schools, in parks, and in other public spaces. She believes that using electronic cigarettes in indoor spaces sends young people the message that this habit is acceptable. Oana Matache also suggested that the sale of these products should be banned for people aged 21 and under.

The first meeting with students is scheduled for November 17 at “Mihai Eminescu” National College in the municipality of Buzău. The discussions’ findings and the specialists’ recommendations will form the basis of the legislative proposal.