“We recognize that it is a health problem for our young people, but there is no need to restrict it universally.”
Tobacco Control Act Of 2024 of 2021
Rationale
Stricter tobacco and vaping regulations reduce youth uptake, protect public health, and lower healthcare costs by minimizing addiction and secondhand exposure.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tobacco & Vaping Regulation |
Light regulation (age 18, designated smoking areas, health warnings)
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Heavy restrictions (plain packaging; indoor ban; age 21; advertising banned)
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Tobacco & Vaping RegulationProposer
Party
Middle Alliance
The Middle Alliance stands where freedom blooms and the earth breathes. We build bridges not walls and light the way for generations yet unseen.
Core pillars
Antonia Delgado
Activist · Age 58
A seasoned academic and party veteran, she blends sharp intellect with deep loyalty, shaping policy behind the scenes while wielding influence far beyond her official title.
Timeline
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Draft1 July 2021
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Vote Open1 July 2021
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Vote Closed30 August 2021
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Did Not Become Law30 August 2021
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Senado
FailedFor: 53 / 266 seats (19.9%)
Against: 82 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 131
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middle Alliance Proposer | 53 | Yes | No reason given |
| Revolutionary Socialist Union | 82 | No | We recognize that it is a health problem for our young people, but there is no need to restrict it universally. |
| Empty seats | 54 | Not voted |
Congress of Deputies
FailedFor: 37 / 350 seats (10.6%)
Against: 148 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 165
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middle Alliance Proposer | 37 | Yes | No reason given |
| Revolutionary Socialist Union | 148 | No | We recognize that it is a health problem for our young people, but there is no need to restrict it universally. |
| Empty seats | 80 | Not voted |