Yvette Clarke: “As a result of this asymmetric ban, law enforcement would have an…”

On the recordFebruary 28, 2020

As a result of this asymmetric ban, law enforcement would have an additional reason to stop and frisk menthol tobacco users because menthol would be considered illegal under this ban. Having said that, I cannot support H.R. 2339 due to the potentially dire consequences that would create additional stop and frisk opportunities of African Americans and the constituents I took an oath to protect. I really believe that this is a health imperative, and if that is the case, the ban should be on all tobacco products and would be the best answer. Unfortunately, this bill does not do that.

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Yvette Clarke

Democratic · New York

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Feb 28, 2020

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