Missouri Ballot Measure Would Raise Cigarette Tax

by Veronique LaCapra, KWMU-FM

Missouri has the lowest cigarette tax in the country and health advocates cite that when pointing to the state's high smoking rates and minimal resources to help people quit. A ballot measure in the state proposes changing that, directing the tax revenue to schools and tobacco prevention programs.

Broadcast Dates

• Morning Edition, November 5, 2012