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RI H8138
Bill
Status
2/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
Teresa Tanzi
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AI Summary
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Repeals the recently enacted smoking ban at pari-mutuel facilities (casinos, racetracks) by eliminating the definition of "pari mutual facility smoking lounge" from state law
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Requires pari-mutuel facilities to provide designated smoking and nonsmoking gaming areas with physically separate ventilation systems to prevent smoke migration
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Mandates that bars and restaurants within pari-mutuel facilities remain nonsmoking and be physically separated from smoking areas with independent ventilation
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Protects employees by requiring facilities to allow workers to opt out of working in smoking areas without adverse employment consequences
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Takes effect upon passage, with amended definitions effective January 1, 2027
Legislative Description
In effect repeals the provisions of the newly enacted law prohibiting smoking in pari mutual facilities with the exception for businesses operating as a pari mutual facility smoking lounge.
Health And Safety
Last Action
Introduced, referred to House Labor
2/27/2026