Decriminalizing Commercial Tobacco

This joint statement from a consortium of public health organizations sets forth aspirational principles to help local and state health departments, decision-makers, advocates, and other stakeholders advance equitable enforcement practices related to the purchase, possession, sale, and distribution of all tobacco products. These principles can also help address tobacco addiction and reduce tobacco-related harms while maintaining and improving the efficacy of enforcement of commercial tobacco laws and policies. View and download the joint statement, including values and recommendations.

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