What can state, local, and tribal governments do under the FSPTCA to combat tobacco use?
In addition to the provisions outlined in the FSPTCA, states, localities, and tribal governments can impose requirements that are in addition to or more stringent than FDA requirements. For example, states may: • Impose specific bans or restrictions on the time, place, and manner – but not the content – of cigarette advertising. • May prohibit or restrict the distribution or free samples of smokeless tobacco in any location. • May tax tobacco products.
