Reynolds American Spent Over $1.1M Lobbying In 1Q

WASHINGTON (AP) — Cigarette maker Reynolds American Inc. spent more than $1.1 million in the first quarter to lobby against a bill that would give the Food and Drug Administration the authority to regulate the industry and other issues, according to a recent disclosure form.

Winston-Salem, N.C.-based Reynolds also lobbied the federal government on legislation involving cigarette trafficking, according to the report for the January-March period filed April 20 with the House clerk's office.

Reynolds is the nation's second-biggest cigarette maker behind Philip Morris USA. Altria Group Inc. owns Philip Morris USA, maker of the Marlboro brand. ...