Tobacco Free Indiana

04/21/2025

Hoosiers have spoken—we need to increase the cigarette tax by $2/pack with a parallel increase on other to***co products, and an increased investment in our state’s to***co prevention and cessation program to $15 million annually. Over the past year, we’ve collected supporter cards from across the state showing that these are popular and effective policies. The time is NOW for the Indiana Legislature to act!

Tell your state reps to support NOW via this link--> https://lung.quorum.us/campaign/SupportTo***coPreventionFunding

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02/20/2025

📈 A $2 increase in Indiana’s cigarette tax could generate $318 million in new revenue—funding vital public health programs, smoking cessation resources, and healthcare initiatives.

But it’s not just about money—it’s about saving lives, preventing youth from smoking, and protecting future generations. Let's make it happen! 🚭💰 ***coFreeIndiana

02/14/2025

Did you know? People who smoke ci******es are 2 to 4 times more likely to develop heart disease than those who don’t smoke. Smoking damages blood vessels, raises blood pressure, and increases the risk of heart attacks and strokes.

It’s time for a change. Break up with to***co and raise the cigarette tax to protect Hoosier hearts!

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02/08/2025

💰 Indiana’s cigarette tax is just $0.995 per pack— ranking 39th among all states and D.C. Meanwhile, states with higher to***co taxes have lower smoking rates and fewer to***co-related illnesses.

Hoosiers deserve stronger public health policies. Join VOICE and TFI for a day of advocacy on February 12. , it’s time for an update!

02/07/2025

February is American Heart Month! Smoking is a major cause of heart disease, contributing to 1 in 4 cardiovascular deaths nationwide.

Indiana can do better. By raising the cigarette tax, we can reduce smoking rates, prevent disease, and save lives. , let’s take action! 🚭 ***coFreeIndiana

01/12/2025

Our partners at American Cancer Society have a simple action you can take to help stop Big To***co’s deadly tactics in Indiana!! Click below to sign the action alert!

ACS CAN is the leading cancer advocacy organization that is working every day to make cancer issues a national priority.

12/27/2024

👏🚭 Investing in to***co prevention programs isn't just smart–it's lifesaving. Indiana's commitment of $9.1 million annually is making a significant impact, reducing smoking-related healthcare costs and saving lives. Learn more about our state's initiatives at RaiseItForHealthIN.com.

12/16/2024

Protecting Hoosiers from secondhand smoke is crucial, yet less than a third of all patrons and workers are protected in workplaces, restaurants and bars. Let's close the gap and ensure everyone can breathe clean indoor air. Support smokefree environments at RaiseItForHealthIN.com.

12/11/2024

💰 Smoking isn't just a personal choice; it's a costly burden on us all. With Indiana's high smoking rate driving up healthcare costs to $3.4 billion annually, it's time to act. Help save lives and money at RaiseItForHealthIN.com.

11/26/2024

Update: The Jeffersonville Town Hall scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 5th has been cancelled.

Please join one of the other locations next week in South Bend, Fort Wayne, or Indianapolis. Registration is available at Wellness events in Indiana | Wellness Council of Indiana.

Take part in this essential conversation about to***co taxation and public health.

JOIN US FOR THE UPCOMING "TRUE COST OF TO***CO" TOWN HALLS!

The Indiana Chamber of Commerce, Wellness Council of Indiana and the Indy Chamber Foundation invite the Hoosier business community and the wider public to participate in the upcoming "True Cost of To***co: Town Halls."

Take part in this essential conversation about to***co taxation and public health.

Register:
- JEFFERSONVILLE (Dec. 5): https://www.wellnessindiana.org/event/true-cost-of-to***co-town-hall-meeting-jeffersonville/
- SOUTH BEND (Dec. 10): https://www.wellnessindiana.org/event/true-cost-of-to***co-town-hall-meeting-south-bend/
- FORT WAYNE (Dec. 11): https://www.wellnessindiana.org/event/true-cost-of-to***co-town-hall-meeting-fort-wayne/
- INDIANAPOLIS (Dec. 12): https://www.wellnessindiana.org/event/true-cost-of-to***co-town-hall-meeting-indianapolis/

11/20/2024

💸💨 Shocking stats: $293.3 million is spent on to***co marketing in Indiana while only $9.1 million is dedicated to prevention and cessation programs. Smoking not only devastates Hoosiers but also takes a toll on our state's economy. Ready to make a change? A $2 to***co tax hike can save lives and boost growth. Dive deeper into the solution: RaiseItForHealthIN.com.

11/12/2024

💡💸 Indiana's to***co prevention efforts are paying off. With just $9.1 million a year in state funding, we're seeing big returns: reduced smoking rates, healthier communities, and millions saved in healthcare costs. Be part of this positive change. Visit RaiseItForHealthIN.com to learn how.