In Georgia, the cost of smoking equates to a total of $2.5 billion per year in Medicaid costs, including about $782 million per year in direct costs paid by the state in Fiscal Year (FY) 2026.[7] With a higher incidence of smoking among Medicaid enrollees, about 15% of all Medicaid spending is attributed to costs related to smoking.[8] Research finds that smoking rates are highest among those with less access to education and financial resources
In this style, the edges of the cigarette pack are sloped or cut at an angle, creating a smooth, rounded transition
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Nonetheless, several studies have quantified the impact of the policies and programs implemented in these comprehensive tobacco control programs
This report is part of an ongoing series of work tied to GBPIs People-Powered Prosperity initiative, a comprehensive vision for how Georgia lawmakers can bolster support for education, health, child care and other investments that help all Georgians thrive