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From: S354-Kawekiu Aniu
Sent: Monday, December 04, 2023 9:52 AM c
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I, Kawekiu Aniu strongly support Bill 102 to end flavored tobacco products on our islancF `
Flavored tobacco products, such as menthol cigarettes and fruit-flavored e-cigarettop,
enticingand attractive to youngpeople. Studies have shown that flavored tobacco ""�
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make it easier for young people to start smoking, and once they start, it becomes incredibly
difficult for them to quit. This is particularly troubling as tobacco use is the leading cause of
preventable death and disease in our country.
It is crucial that we take action to protect our young people from the harmful effects of tobacco
use. Banning flavored tobacco products is a step in the right direction towards achieving this
goal. By removing these enticing products from the market, we can prevent young people
from ever starting to use tobacco in the first place.
. In addition to protecting our young people, ending the sale of flavored tobacco products will
also benefit our community as a whole. Tobacco use has significant negative impacts on
public health, leading to increased healthcare costs and a burden on our healthcare system.
By reducing the availability of flavored tobacco products, we can work towards improving the
overall health and well-being of our community.
I urge our policymakers to recognize the urgent need for action and to support Bill 102. By
ending the sale of flavored tobacco products, we can protect our young people, improve
public health, and create a brighter future for our community. Let's work together to make our
island a place where healthy living is prioritized and where our young people are not lured into
a dangerous and addictive habit.
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