Belize is taking significant strides toward aligning its tobacco control measures with World Health Organization (WHO) standards. Health Minister Kevin Bernard has introduced a comprehensive Tobacco Control Bill aimed at safeguarding public health and future generations from the harmful effects of tobacco and secondhand smoke. The proposed legislation includes measures such as smoke-free public spaces, plain packaging for tobacco products, stringent advertising restrictions, and the establishment of a national body to oversee tobacco control efforts. Despite Belize signing the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) in 2005, the country has yet to implement comprehensive smoke-free laws. Minister Bernard emphasized the urgency of the bill, stating, ‘It’s never too late to act. We need to protect our citizens, especially our youth, from the devastating effects of smoking.’ He also highlighted the importance of public support and the need to balance public health with economic considerations. The bill represents a critical step toward fulfilling Belize’s long-standing commitment to the FCTC and addressing the region’s tobacco control challenges.