Minnesota moves forward with its statewide smoking ban

Thursday, April 26 2007

MINNESOTA - There is one exception to the bill dubbed "Freedome to Breathe" which has now been approved by the Minnesota House. All bars, restaurants, and placed of employment are banned from smoking, but if there is a separate ventilated area, patrons will be allowed to take advantage and light up as usual. However, they can forget about receiving their food or drinks if they happen to be at a restaurant, because that is the stipulation put forth to keep employees' from being forced into a smoky situation. Read more from Minnesota