How You Can Help

Whether or not there are proposals to increase cigarette taxes in your area, contacting your government representives is one of the best way to prevent more increases. Here are ways you can help fight tax increases:

• Be a Registered Voter
  Elected officials are interested in hearing your views provided you are a registered voter. Register to vote now.
  
  
• Personal phone call
  Calling your government representative* is one of the most compelling ways to share your opinion. The following toll-free numbers will connect you with your state or federal government representative. A short phone call to make your voice heard can make a difference.
  
  - Call your state representatives: 1.866.658.8337
  - Call your member of Congress: 1.877.857.8074
  
  
• Personal email or letter
  Sending your government representatives a personal email or letter is also effective. The following links will help your create an email or letter and ensure it is sent to the correct representative:
  
  - Email/write your state representative
  - Email/write your member of Congress
  
  
• Letters to the editor
  Write your local newspaper to share your opinion more publicly. If your letter is published, mail a copy to your government representatives. It's as easy as entering your zip code, selecting the appropriate news outlets and writing a short paragraph or two. Send a letter to the editor now
  
  
• Post a banner ad on your Web site
  Help spread the word about unfair tobacco taxes by posting the following image on your Web site and linking it to www.NoCigTax.com.
  
  
  
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