Thursday, May 08, 2008

Michigan Senate OKs ban on smoking in bars, restaurants

Michigan Senate OKs ban on smoking in bars, restaurants
"The Michigan Senate on Thursday voted to prohibit smoking in all bars, restaurants and workplaces. ..
The bill passed the Democratic-led House in December. But it had been opposed by Senate leaders, who said it would put unnecessary government restrictions on private establishments.

Unlike the House version, the Senate version makes no special exceptions for casinos, bingo halls and other buildings.

Democratic Gov. Jennifer Granholm has said she will sign a smoking ban.

Sixteen Democrats and nine Republicans voted for the bill. Eleven Republicans and one Democrat voted against it.

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