Bill > HB315

This bill requires the governing body of a common ownership community, such as a condominium or cooperative housing corporation, to develop a smoking policy if the property under its control is a multifamily dwelling with four or more units. The policy must specify the locations where smoking is authorized and prohibited, any conditions on smoking in authorized areas, the process to file a complaint against someone who violates the policy, and any penalties or fines for violations. The bill does not limit the rights of the governing body, tenants, or residential owners to initiate or defend civil actions, and it does not preempt local governments from enacting stricter smoking policies for multifamily dwellings. The bill will take effect on October 1, 2023.