Brief Description: Prohibiting smoking in publicly owned residence halls at public institutions of higher education.

Sponsors: Representatives Quall, Cox, Schual-Berke, Kenney, Pflug, McDermott, Simpson, Hunt, Rockefeller and Kagi.

Hearing Date: 2/12/03

Staff: Dave Knutson (786-7146).

Background:

The Washington Clean Indoor Air Act prohibits smoking in public places, except for designated smoking areas. Smoking is prohibited in classrooms and lecture halls in schools, colleges, and universities. Colleges and universities may permit smoking in certain designated areas, including residence halls.

Summary of Bill:

Smoking is prohibited in publically owned residence halls at public institutions of higher education.

Appropriation: None.

Fiscal Note: Not Requested.

Effective Date: The bill takes effect ninety days after adjournment of session in which bill is passed.