Increases amount of cigarette and other tobacco products tax revenues dedicated to anti-smoking initiatives from one to three percent.

This bill increases the percentage of cigarette and tobacco tax revenue dedicated to anti-smoking initiatives from 1% to 3%. The funds will be directed to the New Jersey Department of Health to support evidence-based tobacco control programs, including preventing youth smoking, reducing secondhand smoke exposure, and promoting cessation. Priority is given to programs targeting the Medicaid population and youth. The change aligns with CDC guidelines and would significantly increase annual funding - projected to rise from approximately $5 million to $15 million for these initiatives.