2009 House Bill 4196

Prohibit allowing private workplace or restaurant smoking

Introduced in the House

Feb. 6, 2009

Introduced by Rep. Dian Slavens (D-21)

To prohibit a business owner, including the owner of a bar or restaurant, from choosing to allow smoking in his or her establishment. The bill would apply to all "public places," including government facilities. However, tobacco specialty shops and "cigar bars" would be exempt.

Referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform