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Austin City Council unanimously passed a resolution that would ban vape-selling near schools, but an official ordinance is yet to be approved. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)

Austin resolution paves way for vape-selling ban near schools

By Elisabeth Jimenez

New vape shops in Austin can soon be prohibited from selling vape products near schools and daycares, following a resolution unanimously approved by Austin City Council members.

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