SB197 Alabama 2012 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Tammy Irons

Democrat

Co-Sponsors

Jerry L. FieldingGerald O. DialPaul BussmanGreg J. ReedHarri Anne SmithVivian Davis FiguresGeorge M. “Marc” KeaheyBobby D. SingletonLinda Coleman-MadisonQuinton RossRodger SmithermanDel MarshJ.T. WaggonerWilliam “Bill” M. BeasleyTom Whatley

Session

Regular Session 2012

Title

Health, smoking prohibited in places of employment, public places and private clubs, outdoor areas, exceptions, responsibilities of Health Department and State Board of Health, penalties, Smoke-free Air Act, const. amend., Secs. 22-15A-1 to 22-15A-10, inclusive, repealed

Description

Under existing law, the Alabama Clean Indoor Air Act prohibits smoking in certain public places.

This bill would propose an amendment to the Constitution of Alabama of 1901, to repeal the Alabama Clean Indoor Air Act and establish the Alabama Smoke-free Air Amendment of 2012, prohibiting smoking in places of employment and public places, including certain outdoor areas, and would specifically exempt private clubs and private residences not used for child care or adult care, or as a health care facility.

The amendment would provide legislative intent and definitions and requirements for owners, operators, managers, and employers; would prohibit retaliation against any person reporting a violation; would provide penalties for violations; would allow political subdivisions to adopt stricter requirements; and would provide for the responsibilities of the Department of Public Health and the State Board of Health.

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Subjects

Health