Rhode Island S2860 mandates the Department of Health to establish a tobacco control program using evidence-based practices to prevent tobacco-related.

Rhode Island S2860 requires the Department of Health to implement a tobacco control program incorporating evidence-based best practices for tobacco prevention and cessation. The program aims to prevent tobacco-related diseases and diminish tobacco use in the state. It includes statewide surveillance, targeted projects, and grants for health education and promotion activities. Funding for the program will be sourced from a percentage of tobacco tax revenues, starting at $3.2 million in fiscal year 2026 with a 5% annual increase.

Rhode Island S2860 mandates the Department of Health to establish a tobacco control program using evidence-based practices to prevent tobacco-related.

Rhode Island S2860 requires the Department of Health to implement a tobacco control program incorporating evidence-based best practices for tobacco prevention and cessation. The program aims to prevent tobacco-related diseases and diminish tobacco use in the state. It includes statewide surveillance, targeted projects, and grants for health education and promotion activities. Funding for the program will be sourced from a percentage of tobacco tax revenues, starting at $3.2 million in fiscal year 2026 with a 5% annual increase.