On June 10th, 2020, the Pennsylvania House Health Committee passed a bill that would ban smoking in all casinos in the state of Pennsylvania. This bill is a major step towards improving public health in the state, as it would protect casino patrons and employees from the dangers of secondhand smoke.

Secondhand smoke is a known carcinogen, and has been linked to numerous health problems, including lung cancer, heart disease, and stroke. By banning smoking in casinos, the Pennsylvania House Health Committee is taking a proactive step towards protecting the health of its citizens.

The bill is expected to be signed into law by Governor Tom Wolf in the coming weeks. Once it is signed, all casinos in Pennsylvania will be required to implement the ban within six months. This means that all casinos must provide designated smoking areas outside of their premises, and must also provide signage to inform customers of the new policy.

The bill has been met with praise from public health advocates, who have long argued for stricter regulations on smoking in public places. They argue that such regulations are necessary to protect the health of both patrons and employees, and to reduce the overall number of smokers in the state.

The bill is also expected to have a positive economic impact on the state. By banning smoking in casinos, more people are likely to visit them, as they will no longer have to worry about being exposed to secondhand smoke. This could lead to an increase in revenue for the casinos, as well as for the state as a whole.

The passage of this bill is a major step forward for public health in Pennsylvania. By banning smoking in casinos, the state is taking a proactive step towards protecting its citizens from the dangers of secondhand smoke. It is also likely to have a positive economic impact on the state, as more people are likely to visit casinos once the ban is implemented.