ITG Brands LLC was ordered Monday to reimburse Reynolds American Inc. the more than $251 million it had paid to the state of Florida as part of a settlement agreement that pre-dated ITG’s acquisition of Reynolds’ cigarette brands.

The race is on for success in harm reduction: encouraging smokers to switch completely to reduced risk alternatives. Evidence of this rapidly evolving trend can be seen from all lanes — consumers, manufacturers, retailers, the government and even public health.

Lawmakers in Oregon are deliberating on a bill prohibiting the sale of flavored nicotine products across the state.