Hallowell is looking to become the latest community in Maine to ban the sale of flavored tobacco.
On Monday night, the city held a public hearing on an ordinance that would do exactly that.
During the hearing, people argued both for and against the ban, with those against saying the city should be looking at the bigger picture and consider enacting a smoking ban citywide.
Those in favor cited not only the negative health effects, but also that it’s intentionally marketed to young people.
The motion to move forward with the ordinance narrowly passed 4-3.
If Hallowell passes a ban, it will join several cities and towns in Maine, including Bangor, Bar Harbor and South Portland, that already have them.