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Sen. Archuleta’s bill to post lung‑cancer screening notices at tobacco retailers advances
Summary
The Revenue and Taxation Committee advanced SB 11 24, authored by Sen. Archuleta, which would require the California Department of Public Health to produce signage describing lung‑cancer screening eligibility for display at tobacco points of sale. Supporters said the signs will raise awareness; retailers urged clearer implementation and penalty limits.
Sen. Archuleta presented SB 11 24 to the Senate Revenue and Taxation Committee, asking members to require the California Department of Public Health to create and distribute signage explaining lung‑cancer screening eligibility at points of sale for tobacco products, including gas stations, markets and liquor stores.
Supporters said awareness—rather than access—is the primary barrier to screening. Dr. Alex Zhu, a resident physician and research fellow, told the committee: "62 percent of Americans do not know that lung…
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