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- Bryan, W.J.
- Bulger, W.
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- Cardin, B.
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- Coyne, W.F.
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- Dukakis, M.
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Florida, page 7
TOBACCO INDUSTRY
Brief History of Successes and Problems
For a number of years, Florida had two TI lobbyists, a public
relations consultant and a TI regional director. The wholesale
group, The Florida Tobacco and Candy Association, was not very
effective. It was little more than a group that put on a party
for the trade, funded by The Tobacco Institute and the tobacco
manufacturers. Today, members are becoming more politically
active because of Eli Witt's leadership.
Major Issues -- State and Local
Comments by various health group officials throughout the state
indicate there may be some attempts to amend the Florida Clean
Indoor Air Act by increasing its enforcement provisions or by
amending out the local preemption section of the law. We have
some assurance from our friends in the Florida League of Cities
and the Florida County Commissioners Association that they are
not interested in having this "hot potato" tossed back to them.
Outlook
The Florida Legislature increased the Florida cigarette excise
tax by three cents in 1986. We anticipate there will be attempts
to increase the tax during 1986. There may be some bills
introduced to earmark a cigarette tax increase for some health
related purpose.
In addition, legislation may be introduced to ban tobacco product
sampling as well as to restrict advertising of such products. We
are optimistic about our lobbyist's ability to handle such
legislation.
December, 1986
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GEORGIA
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Georgia has a population of just under 6 million. Georgia is
really two states - Atlanta and the rest. Over 25 percent of the
state's population lives in the Atlanta metropolitan area. This
area consists of 5 counties out of a total of 159.
PREFACE
Naturally, the legislature reflects this population
concentration, making it increasingly difficult to control
anti-tobacco legislation. _
The state's market share is 2.8 percent.
STATE OVERVIEW
Economic Condition and Outlook
In 1980, Georgia ranked as the fifth fastest-growing state in the
nation, exceeded only by California, Texas, Florida, and Arizona.
By 1983, the state population reached 5.7 million people, the
twelfth largest state in the U.S. The minority population
represents 27 percent of the state's total. Approximately 78
percent of Georgia's 1980 population was under the age of 50.
Georgia's economy is heavily weighted toward manufacturing and
service industry. Manufacturing output contributes almost
one-fourth of the total gross state product-and is the largest
single sector in the Georgia economy. Collectively,
service-producing industries provide 71 percent of the state's
total gross product. In 1950, farm output represented 7 percent
of the state's gross product; by 1981, farming's share of gross
state product had fallen to 2 percent.
Manufacturing represents the second largest segment of Georgia's
2.2 million workers. Some 26 percent of manufacturing employees
work in t.echnological industries such as transportation
equipment, chemicals, machinery, metalworking, and instruments.
Textiles, the largest single manufacturing industry group,
employs 20 percent of all manufacturing workers; apparel follows
with 15 percent. Unionization in the state amounts to only 14
percent of all non-agricultural workers, compared to the national
average of 24 percent.
The State of Georgia has one of the most favorable small business
climates in the nation. Georgia received its highest marks for
its overall business activity, ranking third in the nation in
employment gain and fifth in personal income gain. The state
also beat the national average with its low tax rate, population
increase and overall state government assistance to small
business.
Georgia, page 2
Georgia's largest corporate employer is Lockheed Corporation
which employs almost 16,000 Georgians and has an annual payroll
of $489 million. Rounding out the top five out-of-state
companies in terms of number of employees are AT&T (14,900);
Sears Roebuck (12,600); General Motors (10,760); and J. C. Penney
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Many international companies have been attracted to Georgia due
in part to the excellent business climate and to an ongoing state
campaign to attract business. The number of non-U.S. firms has
grown five-fold since 1975.
Political Situation
Governor Joe Frank Harris (D) will begin the first year of his
second and last four-year term in January. He is a fiscal
conservative and a successful businessman. He ran on a promise
of not raising taxes and has generally held to this. However, he
is now likely to support a 5 cent per gallon gas tax increase to
fund rural highways.
Historically the Georgia General Assembly has been fiscally
conservative and, in general, pro-business. The legislature is
comprised largely of entrepreneurs engaged in small private
businesses. It should, therefore, be recognized that their
pro-business stance is more closely aligned with small business
rather than big industry. Even so, both the legislative and the
executive branches of state government have been extremely
committed to growth-and economic development, which has been
demonstrated in their moderate application of regulations on the
private sector. .
The Georgia General Assembly is overwhelmingly Democratic. The
1987 General Assembly will have a total of 21 new members in'the
House and six new members in the Senate. The 1987 House will
margin will be 152 Democrats to 28 Republicans; the Senate
breakdown will be 47 Democrats to 9 Republicans.
State Representative Calvin Smyre (D-Columbus), a friend of
tobacco, will serve as the governor's floor leader in the 1987
session. He is Black.
Significant State Problems
Georgia's local governments are beginning to take the possible
loss of federal revenue sharing seriously. Many have integrated
the funds into their operating budgets rather than using them for
one-time expenditures. Raising local property taxes is the
obvious way to maintain spending, but one municipal association
official has estimated that a sharp average increase of roughly
30 percent would be needed.
Georgia has not decided how to link up with federal tax reform.
The fiscal year 1988 budget is expected to be tight, but
balanced. The gas tax is the only tax increase being considered..
Georgia, page 3
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The budget for 1987 will be in the $5.3 billion range. An $85-90
million surplus is projected. Some taxes could be considered.
The revenue shortfall reserves are full. The big expenditure
this session is $400 million new dollars for education, allowing
an average teacher pay of $23,000 a year. This will be an area
to watch in future years.
RESOURCES: STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESSES
Tobacco segments
Georgia is the fifth leading tobacco,producing state in the
country. The growing areas are in the southeast portion of the
state, and legislators from this area are strong supporters of
the industry.
The Georgia Farm Bureau Federation has been a strong ally in
opposing anti-tobacco legislation in the General Assembly.
The Georgia Agricultural Commodity Commission for Tobacco has
also been helpful in generating grass roots involvement in
anti-tobacco legislation.
Member company sales representatives have played an important
role in opposing state legislation to restrict smoking. Their
impact has been felt in the large metropolitan areas of Atlanta,
Columbus and Savannah.
Other resources for grass roots support are the Southern Tobacco
and Candy Association and the Georgia Wholesale Grocers
Association. Assistance from these groups has been good.
Business -
A strong coalition of business groups has been effective in
keeping smoking restriction legislation bottled up in the House
Health and Ecology Committee for the past 10 years.
The coalition, put together with the assistance of the
Institute's lobbyist, consists of the Business Council of
Georgia, the National Federation of Independent Business, the
Georgia Retail Association, the Atlanta Chamber of Commerce,
Delta Airlines and the Georgia Hospitality and Travel
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The Georgia Legislative Black Caucus has also been helpful.
Labor
Labor has not played a role in our efforts to oppose anti-tobacco
legislation.
Georgia, page 4
Fire Groups
The Institute has had no involvement with such groups in the
state.
ANTI-TOBACCO FORCES
Georgians Against Smokers' Pollution has a very active chapter in
the Atlanta area and is backed by the Georgia Lung Association.
Every session they appear at the General Assembly to lobby for
public restriction legislation. Since 1984, they have not been
successful in finding legislators willing to sponsor their bills.
A new foe is DOC ("Doctors Ought to Care"), led in part by'Dr.
Jesse Steinfeld, former Surgeon General, now with the Medical
College of Georgia in Augusta.
TOBACCO INDUSTRY
Brief History of Successes and Problems
In 1975, the General Assembly passed a law which bans smoking
where no-smoking signs are posted. This law is voluntary and has
been a useful argument for us in opposing further legislative
action in this area.
In 1982, the City of Atlanta defeated an effort to restrict
smoking in public places, but did restrict it in City Hall. The
sponsor is still a member of the Council and may try it again.
In July 1986, the Atlanta City Council banned cigarette pack
sampling on public property.
Major issues - State and Local
The smoking restriction issue at the state level is our main
concern. GASP and DOC publicity resulted in legislation being
introduced in 1986.
Banning the sale of smokeless tobacco to minors is also possible.
Outlook We expect smoking restriction action in 1987, probably centered
around restaurants or hospitals. We must also be vigilant to a
tax-hike effort that could spin off from the gasoline tax debate.
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BAWAII
PREFACE
In addition to its geographic location, the State of Hawaii is
unicjue both in its politics and in its economy. With a
population of slightly over 1 million people, the islands are
subject to tourism surges that increases the number of people
within the state significantly at any given time. .
Hawaii's share of market is just under three-tenths of one
percent.
STATE OVERVIEW
Economic Condition and Outlook
Hawaii's economy is dependent upon three major industries:
tourism, shipping and agriculture. Its pineapple and sugar cane
production contribute greatly'to the state's economic health.
The tourist dollar is also vital. As a crossroads for Pacific
trade, Hawaii will continue to be a significant factor in
shipping and commerce in the Pacific; therefore, its revenues
from shipping should stay relatively stable.
Political Outlook
Following the 1986 elections,'the new governor is Democrat John
D. Waihee III, the former Lt. Governor.
The Hawaii House of Representatives remains the same as in the
previous biennium: 40 Democrats, 11 Republicans.
The Hawaii Senate shows a one-vote increase for the Republicans
over 1986: 20 Democrats and 5 Republicans.
With regard to the U. S. Senate and House seats, Democratic
Senator Dan Inouye, Republican Representative Patricia Saiki and
Democratic Representative Daniel Akaka have maintained their
Congressional seats.
Significant State Problems
Hawaii's revenue picture is relatively stable. However, there is
considerable pressure upon the legislature to increase state
employees' salaries and benefits and to improve upon some state
services that have not had funding increases in several years.
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Hawaii, page 2
RESOURCES: STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESSES
Tobacco Segments
The state of Hawaii has only one major tobacco wholesaler. This
business is relatively new, in that it is the successor to the
wholesaler that filed Chapter 11 in 1984. This particular
tobacco wholesaler is also the only major vendor in the state.
Member company employees are relatively few, with only the two
major companies being specifically represented.
Business
We have been extremely fortunate in having the coalition support
of the Hawaii Food Industry Council as well as the Hawaii
Restaurant Association in recent legislative efforts. Both groups
are extremely anxious about the imposition of public smoking
restrictions and have been quite helpful to our legislative
counsel's efforts.
Labor
.Organized labor elements, specifically the State Employee's
Unions, are very important. Thus far we have had limited success
in developing coalition support from labor interests.
ANTI-TOBACCO FORCES
The major anti-tobacco effort in the islands, at this point, is
generated from the Hawaii Lung Association. However, the news
media uses an inordinate number of print stories from the
Mainland. Therefore, island residents are exposed to all of the
anti-tobacco press generated in California. This has a tendency
to make anti-tobacco efforts seem as if they are part of a
popular movement.
TOBACCO INDUSTRY
Brief History
Until 1985 only three locations in the Hawaiian Islands had
tobacco restriction legislation on the books. Early in 1985, the
City and County of Honolulu passed a restrictive tobacco
ordinance. This ordinance covers most public places but excludes
restaurants and the hospitality industry.
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Cigarette excise taxes in the Hawaiian Islands are unique. This
is the only state in the Union that taxes cigarettes with an ad
valorem tax. This tax, presently imposed at 40 percent of
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wholesale price, makes Hawaii's among the highest tax rates in
the nation.
Hawaii, page 3
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Outlook: Major Issues - State and Local
As noted above, Hawaii's fiscal picture is relatively stable.
However, with increasing pressures to improve state human
services programs, increase state employees' salaries, etc., it
appears there will be a continued effort to increase the rate of
the present ad valorem tax.
In addition, contrary to past experience, it appears there may be
an increased effort to duplicate at the state legislative level
what the City of Honolulu did in terms of tobacco restrictions.
December 1986
