Pennsylvania the newest state to ban smoking..
MORE: Governor Rendell signed the legislation, which goes into effect in 90 days..
The bill enacted restricts smoking in most public places, including eating establishments. There were exemptions in the bill. For example, smoking will be allowed at bars that take in less than 20 percent of their revenue from food sales. Fudge those books while you have time!
Mixed reactions in the Keystone State.
Among the exemptions: Those exempted from Pennsylvania's smoking ban:
· Bars deriving less than 20 percent of their revenue from food sales
· Tobacco shops
· Private clubs like the American Legion, Owls Club and VFW, depending on votes by their membership
· Portions of casino floors
MORE: Governor Rendell signed the legislation, which goes into effect in 90 days..
The bill enacted restricts smoking in most public places, including eating establishments. There were exemptions in the bill. For example, smoking will be allowed at bars that take in less than 20 percent of their revenue from food sales. Fudge those books while you have time!
Mixed reactions in the Keystone State.
Among the exemptions: Those exempted from Pennsylvania's smoking ban:
· Bars deriving less than 20 percent of their revenue from food sales
· Tobacco shops
· Private clubs like the American Legion, Owls Club and VFW, depending on votes by their membership
· Portions of casino floors
