To tackle underage vaping, APS may push law preventing smoke shops near schools

A smoke shop and 7-Eleven (right) across the street from Kenmore Middle School (via Google Maps)
Arlington Public Schools is mulling support for legislation that would allow localities to prevent vape shops from opening up near schools.
This is the first time the idea for such a bill has been considered as part of the School Board’s annual legislative package, according to Frank Bellavia, a spokesman for the school system. The package has not yet been approved by the Board.
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