Statement by Cheryl G. Healton, Dr PH, President and CEO
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Intro: This measure would not have been possible without the dedication of many Congressional leaders and their staff who have long fought to reduce tobacco use in the United States. We want to also congratulate the bill's lead sponsors, Congressman Henry Waxman (D-CA), Congressman Todd Platts (R-PA), Senator Edward Kennedy (D-MA) and Senator John Cornyn (R-TX).
Senator Christopher Dodd's (D-CT) leadership on the bill on the past few months also made today possible and the bill enjoyed support from long-time champions Senator Richard Durbin (D-IL) and Senator Tom Harkin (D-IA).
Many other Congressional leaders played a critical role to get this bill passed, sharing personal stories and speaking out against an industry that has gone long unchecked.
We congratulate the many organizations and groups that have worked tirelessly over the past decade to make this bill a reality. They have demonstrated incredible commitment to help protect Americans from the devastating consequences of tobacco use.
We want to especially acknowledge the organizations that have championed this effort, including the Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids, American Cancer Society, American Heart Association and the American Lung Association, among countless others. The American Legacy Foundation looks forward to continuing our mission to build a world where young people reject tobacco and anyone can quit. That possibility is one step closer to reality today as this law is enacted.
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