2008 House Bill 6405

Revise state “health and safety fund” details

Introduced in the House

Sept. 9, 2008

Introduced by Rep. Barbara Farrah (D-13)

To clarify and update wording in the law authorizing the distribution to local health departments, hospitals and enforcement activities money in a state “health and safety fund” funded by cigarette taxes.

Referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform

Nov. 13, 2008

Substitute offered by Rep. Barbara Farrah (D-13)

The substitute passed by voice vote

Passed in the House 58 to 43 (details)

Received in the Senate

Dec. 2, 2008

Referred to the Committee on Commerce and Tourism

Dec. 19, 2008

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.