Public Policy & Advocacy
The American Lung Association envisions a world free from lung disease. To make our vision a reality, we promote lung health and prevent lung disease through public policy. Our advocacy work promotes legislation that strengthens tobacco prevention and control, clean air quality, asthma management and other lung health causes.
Smoke Free Illinois Act
On January 11, 2007 Illinois Senator John Cullerton introduced comprehensive legislation that would make Illinois workplaces and indoor public places smoke-free. » More
Cigarette Tax
Raising the cigarette tax increases the price of cigarettes, thereby reducing the overall consumption. Tax increases benefit the state and its residents by balancing the budget, reducing smoking and ultimately decreasing the cost of smoking-related healthcare. » More
Take Action Now - Join our E-Advocacy Network
E-Advocacy members will receive emailed Action Alerts on critical issues. If you wish to respond to an Action Alert, the Network will automatically fax a letter which can be edited by you to your legislators at no cost to you! » More
Tobacco Use Prevention and Control
The American Lung Association in Illinois continues to lead statewide clean indoor air and tobacco control efforts. Together with our partners and coalition members we worked to keep tobacco issues as a legislative priority during the latest session. » More
