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MO HCR47
Concurrent Resolution
Status
3/13/2014
Primary Sponsor
Kimberly Gardner
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AI Summary
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Designates May 31, 2014, as "Missouri No Smoking/Tobacco Day" to coincide with the World Health Organization's annual "World No Tobacco Day"
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Recognizes that medical research has documented tobacco use increases risk of heart attacks, strokes, COPD, emphysema, and various cancers
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Encourages Missouri citizens to observe the day with events and activities to prevent tobacco use initiation and help current users quit
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Aims to send a message of global solidarity against smoking and increase public awareness about the negative effects of tobacco on individuals, families, and communities
Legislative Description
Recognizes May 31, 2014, as "Missouri No Smoking/Tobacco Day" in order to increase awareness on the dangers of tobacco use
Last Action
Referred: General Laws(H)
5/16/2014