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Regulatory & Policy

Nitrous Oxide Sales Restrictions Pass California Legislature Amid Growing Abuse Concerns

PlaintiffWire News Desk via AboutLawsuits · CA · September 2, 2026
California lawmakers unanimously passed Senate Bill 936, which restricts retail sales of large nitrous oxide canisters (over 8 grams) to address growing recreational abuse, while preserving legitimate medical, dental, culinary, and automotive uses.
Mass Torts

Amazon Nitrous Oxide Death Lawsuit Set for Trial in December 2027

PlaintiffWire News Desk via AboutLawsuits · Federal / MDL · August 28, 2026
A federal judge has scheduled trial for December 2027 in a wrongful death lawsuit filed by parents Christopher and Elisa Good against Amazon.com, alleging the company knowingly facilitated sales of flavored nitrous oxide products that led to their daughter Rylie Good's death in May 2024.
Consumer Alerts / Recalls

Whippet Injuries, Deaths Lead to Bill Seeking to Ban Retail Sale of Nitrous Oxide Canisters

PlaintiffWire News Desk via AboutLawsuits · Federal / MDL · August 14, 2026
A U.S. congressman has introduced federal legislation seeking to ban retail sales of nitrous oxide canisters following a surge in consumer injuries, deaths, and addiction linked to recreational inhalation of the product, particularly among young people influenced by social media trends.