Prop 31: Flavored tobacco products ban referendum

California Proposition 31, the Flavored Tobacco Products Ban Referendum is on the ballot in California as a veto referendum on November 8, 2022. A "yes" vote is to uphold the contested legislation, Senate Bill 793 (SB 793), which would ban the sale of flavored tobacco products. A "no" vote is to appeal the contested legislation, Senate Bill 793 (SB 793), thus keeping the sale of flavored tobacco legal in the state. The summary provided for inclusion on signature petition sheets is as follows: “If the required number of registered voters sign this petition and the petition is timely filed, there will be a referendum challenging a 2020 law on the next statewide ballot after the November 3, 2020 general election. The challenged law prohibits the retail sale of certain flavored tobacco products and tobacco flavor enhancers. The referendum would require a majority of voters to approve the 2020 state law before it can take effect. -Supporters: Officials Governor Gavin Newsom (D) Political Parties: Peace and Freedom Party of California Unions: California Teachers Association Organizations: League of Women Voters of California -Opponents: Political Parties Republican Party of California Corporations ITG Brands, LLC Philip Morris USA, Inc. R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company Swedish Match North America, LLC Organizations National Association of Tobacco Outlets