How You Can Help Hold Big Tobacco Accountable
Nearly 20 years ago, a U.S. Federal District judge found that the major cigarette manufacturers violated civil racketeering laws for deliberately defrauding the public.
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The New Congress and the President Can Protect Children From Big Tobacco
March 24, 2009
FDA regulation of tobacco products is a top priority for ACS CAN. Now that Congress is back in session, this legislation could be reintroduced soon and would then come up for a vote.
We will be working hard to get Congress to quickly pass legislation that will grant the Food and Drug Administration the authority to regulate tobacco. Updated information will be available when the bill is reintroduced for debate and voting. ACS CAN, along with several coalition partners, has released a new report highlighting the egregious marketing practices that tobacco companies use to entice girls and women to smoke. Deadly In Pink highlights the urgent need for Congress to pass legislation granting the FDA the authority to regulate the manufacture and marketing of tobacco products.
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