S.3872: Truth in Cigarette Labeling Act of 2006

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about government operations and politics
  • Introduced Sept. 7, 2006
  • Latest Major Action Sept. 7, 2006

Bill Summary

Truth in Cigarette Labeling Act of 2006 - Prohibits a cigarette manufacturer from: (1) using a health descriptor (e.g., "light" or "low tar") on the label or the advertising of any brand of cigarette; or (2) making any claims or other representations based on data derived from the cigarette testing method established by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) before enactment of this Act. Treats any violation as an unfair or deceptive act or...

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Sept. 7, 2006

Introduced in the Senate by Frank R. Lautenberg (D-N.J.)

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