A tobacco bill nearly a decade in the making is heading to President Barack Obama’s desk after clearing its final hurdle today on Capitol Hill. The House passed a measure to give the U.S. Food and Drug Administration the power to regulate tobacco, confirming the Senate’s decision Thursday.
Source: ABC News
Date: 6/12/2009
Keys: Government regulation, marketing
Link: http://www.abcnews.go.com/Politics/Health/story?id=7823890&page=1
Questions for discussion:
- Is this a good or bad decision for other businesses that might be considered causing harm to some people – such as candy manufacturers? Explain your answer.
- Is there a limit to government involvement regulating businesses?
- What is that limit and explain your decision?
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