Truth in Tobacco Labeling Act
Bill journey · stage 2 of 5
Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in house (Jun 27, 1994)
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 just happenedJul 26, 1994
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and the Environment.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseJun 27, 1994
- Jul 26, 1994CommitteeH11000
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and the Environment.
Health and Environment Subcommittee - Jun 27, 1994IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Energy and Commerce Committee - Jun 27, 1994IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Jun 27, 1994IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House