According to a report by WLNS-TV, a television station in the United States, a recent survey conducted in the state of Michigan reveals that 81% of respondents expressed their desire for an increase in taxes on all tobacco products to curb their widespread usage.
A recent statewide poll has revealed that 67% of voters are in favor of reducing tobacco consumption and banning flavored e-cigarette products.
A report on the "Smoke-Free Kids Movement" reveals that smoking is responsible for $5.33 billion in medical expenses in the state of Michigan, resulting in $1.46 billion in healthcare subsidy costs, equating to an average tax expenditure of $1,140 per household. It is estimated that smoking also has a negative impact on the economy, causing a productivity loss of $11.5 billion in the state.
The formal voting is likely to take place in 2024.
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