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A history of tobacco regulation  

Major events in the federal government's history with cigarette makers.
Jump to full article: Los Angeles Times, 2009-05-30
Author: Source: Office of the Surgeon General

Intro:

Tobacco regulation

1964: The surgeon general issues a landmark report linking smoking to lung cancer.

1965: Warning labels are mandated on cigarette packs stating, "Caution: Cigarette smoking may be hazardous to your health." . . .

2009: Congress approves the largest-ever increase in the federal cigarette tax, boosting it 62 cents, to $1.01 a pack.

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