Notice of publication of final report and public briefings. The purpose of the public briefings will be to inform the public of the findings and recommendations, as set out in the Commission's Final Report.
All meetings are open to the public.
The purpose of the Commission is to advise the President on changes occurring in the tobacco farming economy and recommend such measures as may be necessary to improve economic opportunity and development in communities that are dependent on tobacco production, while protecting consumers, particularly children, from hazards associated with smoking. The Commission collected and reviewed information about changes in the tobacco farming economy and Federal, State, and local initiatives intended to help tobacco growers, tobacco quota holders, and communities dependent on tobacco production pursue new economic opportunities. The Commission received public input through two public forums, its website, written comments and experts in tobacco farming, tobacco health issues, and economic development. After reviewing all input, the Commission is issuing its findings and recommendations in the Final Report, regarding the economic situation facing tobacco producers and tobacco dependent communities. If special accommodations are required, please contact Doug Richardson, at the address specified above, by COB May 7, 2001.