How You Can Help Hold Big Tobacco Accountable
Nearly 20 years ago, a U.S. Federal District judge found that the major cigarette manufacturers violated civil racketeering laws for deliberately defrauding the public.
Kansas enacted a 100% smoke-free workplace, restaurant, and bar law, which is scheduled to go into effect July 1, 2010. Currently 19 states have laws prohibiting smoking in restaurants, bars, and all other non-hospitality workplaces. An additional four states, including Kansas, have passed such laws and are awaiting implementation.