Pennsylvania House committee hears testimony on bill to ban smoking in casinos

Pennsylvania bill would ban smoking in casinos, bars

Indoor smoking is largely banned in Pennsylvania, but visitors to casinos and bars are currently exempt. A state lawmaker is looking to close that loophole.

Smoking ban in Pennsylvania casinos gaining momentum

"We are on the path to creating strong legislation that protects our workers so they're not put in the impossible position of choosing between their paycheck and their health," says state Rep. Dan Frankel.

Pennsylvania House committee hears testimony on bill to ban smoking in casinos

A Pennsylvania House committee on Tuesday heard testimony on legislation that would ban smoking in all workplaces in the state, including casinos, bars and private clubs.