Majority of adults surveyed want non-profits to reject Big Tobacco money

In partnership with Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids, Truth Initiative conducted a national survey of registered voters between the ages of 18 and older about their views of the tobacco industry and tobacco use from October 17-28, 2020. The survey showed that most adults (59%) believe that non-profits should reject donations from tobacco companies.

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ICYMI: Federal issues in 2021 and beyond

Leaders from Truth Initiative, Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids and Public Health Advocacy Institute came together at PAVe’s Clear the Vapor Conference last week to discuss the importance of strong federal policies and what to do in the absence of them.

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This week in tobacco policy news

Idaho – The House passed a bill that will preempt localities from enacting their own laws on the sale of tobacco products that are more restrictive than state law or adding their own tax on these products. The bill now moves to the Senate for consideration.
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Montana – The Senate passed a bill that will preempt localities from enacting ordinances to prohibit the sale of any vaping products or alternative nicotine products. The bill now moves to the House for consideration.
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Prior Lake, Minnesota – The city council passed an ordinance to prohibit the sale of flavored e-cigarettes, except menthol and tobacco flavors.
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South Carolina – The House passed a bill that will preempt localities from enacting ordinances to regulate the ingredients, flavors, or licensing of cigarettes and e-cigarettes. The bill now moves to the Senate for consideration.
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