Bill Would Ban Tobacco at School Events; Some School Districts in Iowa Already Prohibit Smoking at Their Facilities

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In case Iowans aren't getting the message, some state lawmakers want to make sure the no-smoking light is lit for everyone to see, especially when it comes to the state's school grounds.

March 12, during the same week Gov. Chet Culver signed a bill raising the state's cigarette tax by $1 per pack, the House Education Committee introduced a bill that would prohibit the use of tobacco at any school- related facilities or events.

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Bill Would Ban Tobacco at School Events; Some School Districts in Iowa Already Prohibit Smoking at Their Facilities

While the tax increase was promoted as a way to discourage an estimated 38,000 Iowa youngsters from taking up the hab...

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