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Austin proposal to restrict tobacco sales near schools, daycares draws concerns from businesses

Managing Editor · Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 10:31 PM · 1 min read

Austin proposal to restrict tobacco sales near schools, daycares draws concerns from businesses — KVUE (Austin), Austin Schools news — Image: KVUE (Austin)

Austin officials said zoning changes could limit youth access to tobacco and vapes, but some business owners worry the rules could restrict growth.

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