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STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — New York City has received tens of millions of dollars to help combat the youth vaping epidemic courtesy of a massive settlement by one of the companies that played a major contributing role.
On Wednesday, New York Attorney General Letitia James announced that she has distributed $27.1 million to New York City from a $462 million multi-state settlement by JUUL Labs Inc. for the company’s role in the rise of underage e-cigarette use across the country.
“JUUL created a nationwide public health crisis by sparking a wave of addiction among children,” said James. “Young people are suffering, because JUUL built its business by marketing addictive e-cigarettes to kids. Thanks to our efforts to hold JUUL accountable, New York City will receive over $27 million for valuable programs to fight back against the youth vaping epidemic. Our children’s health is on the line, and these funds will be used for education, prevention, enforcement and research to keep our kids safe.”
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