Protect Local Control

Ensuring Community Rights
To Pass Smokefree Ordinances
 

State Status

No Preemption

Legislative Summary

HB478 - (workplaces, restaurants & bars) - An Act to prohibit smoking in workplaces and public places - Died

This bill prohibits smoking in workplaces and public places, including , and including within 15 feet of doors/entrances/ventilation systems of buildings required to be smokefree.

  • Preemptive Action

    No

  • Anti-Preemptive Clause

    YES

EXEMPTIONS: Smoking is allowed in private residences except when used as a child/adult/health care facility; 20% of contiguous hotel/motel rooms; private/semiprivate rooms of long term care facilities; private clubs when not open to the public; and outdoor areas of employment.

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