What is your state doing about tobacco?

Truth Initiative

Oct. 29, 2020

What is your state doing about tobacco?

States vary widely when it comes to tobacco use and while the national high school smoking rate is 6% as of 2019, many states lag far behind, including West Virginia at 13.5% and Kentucky at 8.9%. Find out where your state stands.

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Community leaders wanted in the D.C. and ATL area

If you or someone you know is in the D.C. or Atlanta area and passionate about pushing forward the movement to fight for social justice and end tobacco use for good, truth is looking for dedicated and hardworking community leaders to inspire and make change in their communities. Learn more about applying today!

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How to select a quit-smoking program that people will use

Offering an effective, easy-access tobacco quit program that members of health plans will actually use is necessary. Now more than ever, addressing tobacco use with a solution that is accessible to everyone must be a top priority for an employer’s health plan. The EX® Program highlights 10 ways to choose a quit smoking program that is most effective for its health plan members.

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This week in tobacco policy news

California – The Tobacco-Free Kids Action Fund filed a complaint with state Attorney General Xavier Becerra and Secretary of State Alex Padilla regarding the deceptive practices from signature gatherers whose goal was to overturn the recently-passed flavored tobacco law.
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Mill Valley, California – The city council passed an ordinance to prohibit the sale of all flavored tobacco products and prohibit the sale of tobacco products in pharmacies.
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Napa, California – The city council passed an ordinance that prohibits the sale of flavored tobacco products except hookah at age-restricted venues, loose leaf tobacco and premium cigars.
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