- Stage
- In committee
- Started in
- Senate
- Sponsors
- +2
- Latest action
- Aug 6
Where it stands
Introduced (Done)
Committee (Current step)
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What it does
The PROTECT Act would amend the Public Health Service Act to establish a Reducing Youth Use of E–Cigarettes Initiative led by the Secretary of Health and Human Services through the CDC. This initiative would fund research on youth e-cigarette and tobacco use, develop guidance for healthcare providers and schools, create public education campaigns, improve access to cessation services, and evaluate prevention strategies, with $100 million authorized annually from FY2027 to FY2031. It affects youth and young adults, public health agencies, schools, healthcare providers, and state and tribal health departments, requiring the Secretary to submit a strategy to Congress within 90 days of enactment and avoid duplicating existing HHS activities.
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Who is involved
- Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]Lead sponsor
- Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI]Co-sponsor
- Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]Co-sponsor
- Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]Co-sponsor
- Sen. Reed, Jack [D-RI]Co-sponsor
- Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR]Co-sponsor
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