New Jersey S1572 increases the tax revenue dedicated to anti-smoking initiatives from one to three percent.
New Jersey S1572 increases the amount of cigarette and other tobacco products tax revenues dedicated to anti-smoking initiatives from one to three percent. These revenues are directed to the Department of Health to fund tobacco control programs aimed at preventing youth initiation of tobacco usage, reducing exposure to secondhand smoke, and promoting cessation. Priority is given to programs targeting the State's Medicaid population and youth. The bill also specifies the allocation of certain revenues to the Health Care Subsidy Fund and other designated funds.
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