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Truth in Tobacco Labeling Act

Introduced: June 27, 1994 See on congress.gov
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 Everywhere this bill has been 3 steps
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In committee
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Jul 26, 1994
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and the Environment.
Jun 27, 1994
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Jun 27, 1994
Introduced in House
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Truth in Tobacco Labeling Act - Amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to require tobacco product manufacturers to provide to consumers, through labeling, advertising, and promotion: (1) information on additives and constituents in tobacco products and smoke; (2) information on adverse effects; (3) warnings and directions for use; (4) contraindications; (5) warnings against use in pathological conditions; and (6) any other information deemed necessary by the Secretary of Health and Human Services.

Amends the Federal Cigarette Labeling and Advertising Act to remove trade secret and confidentiality requirements from provisions regarding a report to the Congress on tobacco additives.

What's happening now July 26, 1994

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and the Environment.

 Committees of jurisdiction 2
 Cosponsors 2
All 2 Democratic 2