Congress.gov (2011) Text - H.Res.388 - 112th Congress (2011-2012): Acknowledging the contributions and sacrifices of the young men who served as colonists on behalf of the United States in the Federal occupation of the islands of Howland, Baker, Jarvis, Canton, and Enderbury from 1935 through 1942, facilitating the United States claim of jurisdiction over such islands. Congress.gov, September 6, 2011
Arguments in FAVOR of Prop 56 Reduction of tobacco-related healthcare costs Prevention of youth smoking and tobacco marketing aimed at young consumers Includes accountability and transparency safeguards to ensure revenue generated would go to its appropriate assignment Arguments in OPPOSITION to Prop 56 Suspicion that additional revenue would fund special interest groups rather than treatments for smoking and tobacco-related illnesses, as proposed Does not allocate funds for education improvement Additional revenue should address other issues instead Right to smoke should not be hindered by additional taxes The deadline to register to vote in California is Oct
The tobacco industry is known for its role in deforestation and pesticide-heavy agriculture, which destroy animal habitats and contribute to broader ecological damage
Regulations which reduce youth exposure to flavored e-cigarettes may aid in preventing young people who try e-cigarettes from becoming long-term e-cig users, Leventhal said
We call that a heck of a deal
Some 12 percent switched to other flavored tobacco products, and 24 percent continued smoking menthol cigarettes
