南卡罗来纳州考虑将被征税的加热烟草合法化的法案,认为是危害较小的替代办法。 South Carolina considers bill to legalize taxed heated tobacco, seen as less harmful alternative.

南卡罗来纳州立法者正在考虑一项法案,允许销售加热的烟草产品,这些产品可加热烟草而不燃烧。 South Carolina lawmakers are considering a bill that would allow the sale of heated tobacco products, which heat tobacco without burning it. 该法案提议对这些产品征税,低于传统香烟的一半。 The bill proposes a tax on these products, less than half that of traditional cigarettes. 反烟草团体认为,所有烟草都是有害的,而支持者则说,烟草可能是更安全的替代办法。 Anti-tobacco groups argue all tobacco is harmful, while supporters say it could be a safer alternative. 法案通过第一次听证会,但今年的机会渺茫。 The bill passed its first hearing but faces slim chances this year.