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H8346Introduced in the House

Requires the department of health to implement a tobacco control program that incorporates evidence-based best practices for tobacco prevention and cessation to prevent tobacco-related diseases and diminish tobacco use in the state.

IntroducedHouse Health & Human Services

Introduced by Terri-Denise Cortvriend, District 72

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HEALTH AND SAFETY -- DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH - Requires the department of health to implement a tobacco control program that incorporates evidence-based best practices for tobacco prevention and cessation to prevent tobacco-related diseases and diminish tobacco use in the state.

Where it stands

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

March 30, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services

  2. Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/30/2026)

  3. Committee recommended measure be held for further study

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