D.C. Councilmember Jack Evans (Ward 2) has introduced “emergency” legislation being considered today that would permit groups to smoke cigars at certain events (he is a member of one group that wants to do this on St. Patrick’s Day).
The Examiner has a pretty comprehensive story on it.
We urge smokefree supporters to contact the Council at dccouncil@dccouncil.us and remind theml that the law is the law for very good reasons (worker and public health), and the Council should not bend it.
Granting exemptions not only would open the floodgates for others to seek similar exemptions, but would send a message that the Council does not take seriously the laws it passes. And of course, there would be health consequences for the workers at the events.
If you prefer to call the Council, contact information is at http://www.dccouncil.washington.dc.us/contactuscouncil .