Obama Administration Appeals Graphic Cigarette Warning Label Ruling
The Obama Administration has appealed a decision by a federal judge that requiring graphic images on cigarette labels violates free speech protected by the Constitution.
Category results for "Government"
DEA Extends Emergency Ban on Synthetic Drugs for Another Six Months
The Drug Enforcement Administration announced this week it is extending its ban on synthetic drugs such as “Spice” and “K2,” which mimic the effects of marijuana, for another six months.
Government Promises to Press for Graphic Cigarette Warning Labels in Face of Ruling
The Department of Health and Human Services says it will continue to press for graphic warning labels on cigarette packages, despite the ruling of a federal judge this week that the images on the labels violate free speech protected by the Constitution.
FTC Looking At Complaints About Alcohol Content, Marketing of Four Loko
The Federal Trade Commission is reviewing complaints about the amount of alcohol in the sweet alcoholic drink Four Loko, and how it is marketed, the Associated Press reports.
Many States Considering Measures to Require Drug Testing for Welfare Recipients
Almost two dozen states are considering measures that would require welfare recipients to undergo drug testing, the Associated Press reports.
Surgeon General Report to Urge More State Funding for Anti-Smoking Programs
A report scheduled to be released March 8 by the U.S. Surgeon General’s office will urge increased state funding for anti-smoking programs.
Government Agencies Launch Study on Why People Use Tobacco
The Food and Drug Administration and the National Institutes of Health have launched a nationwide study to find out why people use tobacco.
Prescription-Only Pseudoephedrine Bills Blocked in Oklahoma
Bills to limit the access to a key ingredient of methamphetamine by requiring a doctor’s prescription have been killed in the Oklahoma legislature.
Commentary: Where There’s Smoke – There’s Fire
Diane Canova of Legacy asks, to safeguard youth, shouldn’t many of the same restrictions applied to cigarettes extend to cigars?
Oklahoma Drug Testing Bill Moves Forward to House
A legislative panel in Oklahoma approved a bill requiring drug testing of welfare recipients.
