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KS SB176
Bill
Status
2/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Federal and State Affairs
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AI Summary
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Prohibits smoking on the gaming floor of lottery gaming facilities and racetrack gaming facilities by removing the current exemption under the Kansas Indoor Clean Air Act
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Expands the definition of "smoking" to include the use of electronic cigarettes and burning marijuana in any form or device
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Removes several existing exemptions from the smoking ban, including hotel/motel rooms (up to 20%), private clubs with designated areas where minors are prohibited, charitable cigar dinners, and medical/clinical research facilities
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Broadens the definition of "enclosed area" to include spaces with retractable dividers, garage doors, or other physical barriers, eliminating previous exceptions for partially open areas
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Amends K.S.A. 21-6109 and 21-6110, taking effect upon publication in the statute book
Legislative Description
Amending the Kansas indoor clear air act to prohibit smoking on the gaming floor of a lottery gaming facility or racetrack gaming facility and amending the definition of smoking to include the use of an electronic cigarette and smoking marijuana.
Last Action
Senate Hearing: Monday, February 2, 2026, 10:30 AM Room 144-S - CANCELED
2/2/2026