What are the benefits of a smoking ban for the general public?
Smoking bans protect the rights of non-smokers and workers to breathe clean air. Smoke-free workplaces reduce the incidence of smoke-related illnesses, thereby helping to reduce the burden on taxpayers of footing the bill for uninsured hospitality workers with smoking-related illnesses and diseases. Smoke-free ordinances also encourage smokers to quit or reduce the number of cigarettes smoked per day, and can influence future behaviors and attitudes about smoking. Q: What are the economic benefits of a smoking ban for employers? A: Smoke-free workplaces reduce the cost of health insurance provided to employees by employers. Non-smoking establishments also save money on cleaning, maintenance and other insurance costs. For example, the risk of fire is much lower. Q: What are the economic costs of smoking? A: According to the Centers for Disease Control, the economic costs of smoking are estimated to be nearly $3,400 per smoker per year. Q: Shouldn’t restaurants be allowed to decide for t
