Kentucky

Legislation*

*legislation that was introduced, but not passed

2000

Kentucky Senate Bill 274 - introduced on February 16, 2000.

The bill allocates funds from the Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement to various health programs, including those targeting oral cancer. Specifically, it directs the Kentucky Youth Tobacco Control Foundation to fund programs aimed at preventing tobacco-caused pediatric diseases, including oral cancer, as part of its statewide youth tobacco prevention initiatives. These programs include school-based education, public awareness campaigns, and community health grants focused on reducing tobacco-related diseases among youth, with oral cancer identified as a key area of concern.

2023

Ky. S.R. 148 - Adopted March 30, 2023

Declares April 2023 as Oral Cancer Awareness Month in Kentucky. The resolution emphasizes oral health as essential to overall well-being, notes that oral cancer is expected to affect 870 Kentuckians and cause 170 deaths in 2023, and highlights the role of dental care and early detection in improving outcomes. Urges residents to engage in regular self-examinations and dental visits to promote early diagnosis and strong oral health habits.