Bill > H0355

This bill appropriates funds from the Idaho Millennium Income Fund for various programs and initiatives related to tobacco and vaping prevention, cessation, and treatment, as well as overall health and well-being of Idaho's youth. The key provisions include: 1. $160,000 to the Department of Health and Welfare for tobacco and vape compliance checks. 2. $1,350,000 to Recovery Idaho for operational support of the nine recovery centers. 3. $499,800 to the Public Health Districts for tobacco and vaping prevention and cessation programs. 4. $300,000 to Idaho Public Television for production and media campaigns related to vaping and tobacco education and awareness. 5. $3,000,000 to the State Department of Education for safe and drug-free related programs and overall health and well-being of Idaho youth in schools. 6. $250,000 to the State Department of Education for developing a comprehensive state plan on youth prevention programs for tobacco and vape products. The bill also prioritizes the use of Millennium Income Fund monies for programs focused on prevention, cessation, and treatment related to tobacco, vaping, alcohol, and illegal substances, with a focus on benefiting Idahoans under 18 years of age.

Budget and Finance

Appropriations Committee (H)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2023/legislation/H0355/