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Coverage dated October 19, 2026

Austin city leaders consider zoning laws to keep tobacco away from schools

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Austin city leaders are considering new rules that would ban new vape and smoke shops from opening near schools and daycares. According to a report from Austin Public Health, they recommend using zoning laws to keep all tobacco and e-cigarette stores from opening within 1,000 feet of schools and day…

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  1. KXAN Austin

    Austin proposes banning new vape shops within 1,000 feet of schools (opens KXAN Austin)

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    Austin Public Health is recommending restrictions on new tobacco and vape retailers near schools and childcare centers.

  2. Fox7 Austin

    Austin city leaders consider zoning laws to keep tobacco away from schools (opens Fox7 Austin)

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    Austin city leaders are considering new rules that would ban new vape and smoke shops from opening near schools and daycares. According to a report from Austin Public Health, they recommend using zoning laws to keep all tobacco and e-cigarette stores from opening within 1,000 feet of schools and day…