State Status
No Preemption
Legislative Summary
HB1003 - (workplaces, restaurants, bars and gaming) - An Act to Create the Mississippi Smokefree Air Act of 2012 - Died in Committee
This bill prohibits smoking in all enclosed public places and places of employment. Smoking is also prohibited within 20 feet of building entrances and windows; public transportation areas; and in arenas, stadiums, amphitheaters, amusement parks, zoos, playgrounds, recreational parks except for designated smoking areas at least 20 feet from seating and areas designated for play and sports.
Preemptive Action
No
Anti-Preemptive Clause
Yes
EXEMPTIONS: Smoking is permitted in private residences except when used as a child care/adult day care/r health care facility; private clubs except when open to the public; and American Indian religious ceremonies.
