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NY S02064
NY S02064Prohibits smoking in private passenger cars, vans and trucks where a minor less than 14 years of age is a passenger in such vehicles; provides for rebuttable presumption; provides that violations of such provisions shall be subject to a fine of not more than $100.
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Introduced
01/18/2023
01/18/2023
In Committee
01/03/2024
01/03/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the public health law, in relation to restricting areas where smoking is permitted
AI Summary
This bill amends the New York Public Health Law to prohibit smoking in private passenger cars, vans, and trucks where a minor under the age of 14 is a passenger. It establishes a rebuttable presumption that a person holding a lit cigar, cigarette, pipe, or other smoking implement is engaged in smoking within the vehicle. Violations of this provision are subject to a civil penalty of up to $100, which is distinct from the existing civil penalties for other smoking violations under the law.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
REFERRED TO HEALTH (on 01/03/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2023/S2064 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S02064&term=2023&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S02064 |
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