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Tobacco Accountability Act

Introduced: June 12, 1997 See on congress.gov
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 Everywhere this bill has been 3 steps
Introduced
In committee
Reported out
Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Jun 18, 1997
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and Environment.
Jun 12, 1997
Referred to the House Committee on Commerce.
Jun 12, 1997
Introduced in House
 Plain-English summary Congressional Research Service

Tobacco Accountability Act - Establishes the Tobacco Accountability Board. Requires tobacco manufacturers to submit to the Board within a specified time all documents in their possession relating to: (1) health effects of tobacco use, including addiction; (2) control of nicotine in tobacco products; (3) tobacco product marketing to children; and (4) a specified legal action. Requires the Board to: (1) make such information available to the public within a specified time; and (2) investigate and report annually on all matters relating to the tobacco industry.

Requires tobacco manufacturers to permit a Board-designated representative to attend and participate in their board or executive meetings.

Amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to require compliance with this Act.

What's happening now June 18, 1997

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and Environment.

 Committees of jurisdiction 2
 Cosponsors 1
All 1 Democratic 1