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Supporters Of Statewide Smoking Ban Say No To Tavern Exemption
Doyle Says He'd Consider Exemptions
UPDATED: 6:42 pm CDT April 18,
2007
MADISON, Wis. -- Supporters of a proposed statewide ban on smoking said on Wednesday that they wouldn't accept an exemption for taverns.Such an exemption is something Gov. Jim Doyle said that he was open to considering.Democratic state Sen. Fred Risser and Republican Rep. Steve Wieckert said on Wednesday that they wouldn't accept an exemption. Supporters of the ban attending a news conference on the issue erupted in applause when the two said that they'd oppose an exemption for bars."The bill would not be acceptable if we exempt taverns. Taverns are to be covered," said Risser, D-Madison.The proposal unveiled by Doyle in January would ban smoking in all restaurants, workplaces and taverns. Doyle said in February that he was willing to negotiate with those who want an exemption for taverns.Supporters of the bill argue that a statewide ban is needed to ensure uniformity and to protect the health of workers.
Previous Stories:
- March 28, 2007: Fitchburg City Council OKs Citywide Smoking Ban
- March 28, 2007: Fitchburg Again Debates Smoking Ban
- February 26, 2007: Survey: Majority Of Wisconsin Residents Support Smoking Ban
- February 20, 2007: Doyle Willing To Compromise On Statewide Smoking Ban
- January 25, 2007: UW Researchers Praise Proposed Smoking Ban, Tax Hike
- January 25, 2007: Doyle Wants Smoking Ban, Cigarette Tax Increase
- December 19, 2006: Doyle Says He's 'Reluctant' to Hike Cigarette Tax
- December 18, 2006: Officials Propose Smoking Ban On UW-Stevens Point Campus
- November 21, 2006: Beloit Passes Smoking Ban
- November 20, 2006: Wisconsin Tobacco Quit Line Offers Free Help For Smoking Soldiers
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