Anthony Montano, “The Association of E-Cigarette Taxation on Women’s E-cigarette Usage”
Mentor: Scott Adams, Economics
Poster #131

This research explores the impact of standardized e-cigarette taxation on general tobacco usage among women of various age groups who are e-cigarette users. The study utilizes data from the Tobacco Use Supplement to the Current Population Survey (TUS-CPS). The dataset provides detailed information on these individuals’ tobacco use patterns and state of residence, allowing for a nuanced analysis of the effects of e-cigarette taxation policies at the state level. We hypothesize that standardized e-cigarette taxation across different states may influence tobacco usage behaviors, particularly in shifting the prevalence and frequency of e-cigarette and traditional cigarette use among women. By employing rigorous statistical methods, including fixed effect regressions, we aim to ascertain the relationship between e-cigarette taxation and tobacco usage. The research contributes to the broader understanding of how fiscal policies, specifically taxation, affect tobacco consumption habits. Furthermore, it offers insights into the potential of e-cigarette taxes as a public health tool to modify tobacco usage patterns among women, a demographic that may have distinct responses to such policies compared to the general population.