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Senate President Joins Health Advocates to Announce Bill to Increase Tobacco Taxes
Today, Senate President John Cullerton joined health advocates from organizations across the state to announce new legislation that would increase taxes on cigarettes and other tobacco ... “It will stop children from starting to smoke and cause many adult smokers to quit, sparing them from a lifetime of addiction and associated health problems. That’s why the public supports it.” In addition to the legislation, advocates released poll results that indicated broad ... adults who smoke and help 48,700 Illinois adults who currently smoke quit. It’s also anticipated to reduce the state’s long-term health care costs by $1.56 billion. 0 Senate President Joins Health Advocates to Announce Bill to Increase Tobacco Taxes ...
Illinois Makes Progress on Tobacco Control, Cancer-Fighting Public Policies
... $2.98 per pack of cigarettes. The current national average for state cigarette taxes is $1.81 per pack. No state tax comes close to matching the health and lost productivity costs attributed to smoking, which are estimated at $19.16 per pack. “Illinois’ smoking rate still remains ... Access to Medicaid Green Access to Palliative Care Red Pain ... cancer prevention efforts, curb tobacco use, prioritize the quality of life for patients and their families and increase access to critical health coverage.” To view the complete report and details on Illinois’ ratings, visit www.fightcancer.org/measure . The American Cancer ...