Ohio Supreme Court hears arguments in flavored tobacco ban case with home rule at the center

By: Megan Henry

Outlets: Ohio Capital Journal

Published: June 11, 2026

Words: 579

Last Updated: 22 hours, 10 minutes ago

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The Ohio Supreme Court will decide if Ohio cities can ban flavored tobacco products — a ruling that could have wide-ranging implications for municipal home rule.

The justices heard arguments Tuesday morning in the lawsuit and will issue a ruling at a later date.

At the heart of the lawsuit is municipal home rule, which gives cities and villages in Ohio the constitutional right to certain powers, including establishing laws in accordance with …

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