Current Issues in Wisconsin

Visit the sections below to learn more about the current issues within tobacco control in our state.

Increase the Number of Smoke-Free Environments
Research shows that decreasing the number of places where smoking occurs, such as worksites, restaurants and other public/private areas, is a powerful way to reduce smoking.

Increase Tobacco Prices
Numerous studies show that increasing the price of tobacco is one of the most effective ways to reduce smoking, save lives and relieve taxpayers of the $1.3 billion tobacco addiction costs Wisconsin each year.

Wisconsin’s Comprehensive Tobacco Control and Prevention Program
Constant vigilance is required to make sure that state’s tobacco control program remains funded at adequate levels.