Many states in the US have as well. It's just one of those things politicians will do to look like they are actually doing their job while still having no clue what is going on.
Lawmaker A: People are upset about something.
Lawmaker B: What is it, something that we're doing that's illegal for the norms?
Lawmaker A: I don't know, but none of my lobbyists are concerned about whatever it is.
Lawmaker B: So who cares? Let's ignore it.
Lawmaker A: But my interns are getting a lot of calls on it, it's harder for my lobbyists to make appointments.
Lawmaker B: Let's ban, tax, or require licenses for it!