Going smoke-free is important for our health
Secondhand smoke contains more than 4,000 chemicals, including 69 that cause cancer. It is a proven cause of heart disease, cancer, asthma attacks, and other health problems. A statewide smoke-free law is the only way to protect businesses owners, employees, and customers from the dangers of secondhand smoke.
The 2006 Surgeon General Report describes the public health benefits of smoke-free policies
Click here to see a map of other smoke-free statewide laws