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This Is Not OK

Oklahoma Needs Lifesaving Changes.

For years, Oklahoma has been at the mercy of tobacco companies. They have repeatedly put profits over people, and our residents have suffered for it. Their products continue to poison and addict our children, burdening our health care industry and costing Oklahomans billions. That’s not OK.

Progress

Corrective Statements

After decades of deception, major tobacco companies were court-ordered to issue “corrective statements” acknowledging the dangers of smoking. These statements confirm what we’ve known all along: tobacco products are designed to be addictive and deadly.

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Tobacco 21

In December 2019, Tobacco 21 (T21) became federal law and raised the minimum age for purchasing tobacco products from 18 to 21 nationwide. Oklahoma lawmakers made this landmark anti-tobacco policy state law just a few months later on May 20, 2020.

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24/7 Tobacco-Free Schools

Oklahoma has made progress with 24/7 tobacco-free school policies that prohibit tobacco use at all times on school property. These policies create healthier environments for students and staff while reducing youth exposure to tobacco use.

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Secondhand smoke

7,000 Chemicals Impacting All of Us

Secondhand smoke kills

There is no risk-free level of exposure to secondhand smoke. Oklahoma’s partial smoke-free laws leave many workers and patrons exposed to dangerous chemicals in public places where they should be safe.

Read About the Dangers

Preemption

Local Control Prohibited

Why cities can’t protect citizens from secondhand smoke.

Oklahoma state law contains preemption clauses that prohibit cities and towns from enacting tobacco control measures stronger than state law. This prevents communities from implementing local solutions to address tobacco use.

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Flavors and Menthol

Gateway to Addiction

The secret ingredient aimed at new customers

Flavored tobacco products, including menthol cigarettes, are marketed to attract new users, particularly youth. Oklahoma has no restrictions on these products despite evidence that flavors significantly increase appeal and addiction potential.

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Ask for Change

Together, we can build a healthier Oklahoma by advocating for stronger tobacco control policies that protect our families and communities. Here’s how you can make a difference.

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