California voters to decide on ban on flavored tobacco FOX 11 Los Angeles Tobacco shops are everywhere, and yes, they often sell vapes too. In July 2024, the federal government banned the sale of recreational vapes nationwide. The only way to get one legally is Disposable vapes are illegal but shops still carry them and teens buy them : Shots Health News : NPR Parents: Teens Are Still Vaping, Despite Flavor Ban. Here's What They're Using KUNC Federal flavor ban goes into effect Thursday, but many flavored vape products will still be available