HB1618

HB1618 modifies indoor air quality regulations in Missouri by updating definitions and expanding smoking restrictions.

HB1618 updates definitions related to indoor air quality in Missouri, including terms like "electronic smoking device" and "smoking." It expands smoking restrictions to include more indoor areas such as auditoriums, theaters, and libraries. The bill also mandates that cigar-tobacco bars obtain permits from the Department of Health and Senior Services and prohibits smoking in entryways of buildings. Violators face fines and potential closure of their premises. The bill allows political subdivisions to enforce stricter smoking regulations and provides mechanisms for enforcement and compliance.