Local and state governments can help enforce and fill some gaps in the 2009 law giving the FDA more authority to regulate the tobacco industry. A new law review essay by TALC staff explains how local and state tobacco control laws can complement and supplement the FDA law.  

You may also be interested in these other TALC products about the FDA:

• Sampling: How Does the FDA Law Affect Local Ordinances in California, a fact sheet about the types of sampling the federal law will prevent and where, outlining what communities can do to further restrict free tobacco giveaways
• What Tobacco Products Are Covered by the 2009 FDA Law?, a fact sheet that provides an overview of which restrictions in the 2009 FDA Law apply to which tobacco products
• The New FDA Law: A Green Light for Tobacco Control? TALC and The Center jointly hosted a webinar providing guidance for communities about whether various potential new policies pose any legal concerns. Webinar recording and associated handouts are  available for download
• Also be sure to check out TALC’s FAQ page for FDA-related questions and answers
• Tobacco Laws Affecting California, 2010 Supplement, an explanation of the new restrictions imposed by the 2009 FDA Law including any exceptions, enforcement mechanisms, and penalties