I don't know how accurate this is, but according to this, the tv ad ban has not yet been extended to include e-cigs, or cigars. New Federal Advertising Rules on E-Cigs and Other Tobacco Products Adopted - To Become Effective within Two Years | Broadcast Law Blog
The tobacco designation does not automatically apply tobacco laws to products, if the laws were written so that they specifically name the products. The laws have to be updated.
The tobacco designation does not automatically apply tobacco laws to products, if the laws were written so that they specifically name the products. The laws have to be updated.