Allegheny County Council Considers Smoking Ban

The Allegheny County Council is considering a county-wide smoking ban.

There is an ordinance on Wednesday's agenda to ban smoking in certain public places and workplaces.

The ordinance would also provide penalties for violations.

There is a resolution on the table urging the state legislature to pass a statewide ban.

The Pennsylvania Restaurant and Bar Association recently offered its support of a ban if there are no exemptions.

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