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Tobacco Free Alabama Goal:
A Bill that will prohibit smoking in workplaces and public places.
The 2008 Alabama Legislative Session ended at midnight (Monday, May 19th), as required by law, without the smoke-free bill even being brought up for a vote. The Smoke-Free Bill SB229 was number 14 out of 41 scheduled items on the Special Order Calendar for the House of Representatives on Monday, May 19, 2008. Due to filibustering, they only got to the 8th item on the calendar.
We have done the right thing by joining forces in bringing together various organizations to achieve a tobacco-free society:
Sincere thanks to all who contributed their time, knowledge, and funding for the cause.
As a group, we will continue our meaningful mission in striving for a tobacco-free society. The next course of action will be developed in the upcoming months. Thus, it is important to continue to participate in the Coalition meetings. As always, feel free to send us any suggestions and comments.
The Coalition's list of accomplishments are impressive. We look forward to staying united and making a difference in the lives of Alabamians.
Radio Spots
Two 60 second radio spots. Click on the links below to listen.
Radio Spot 1 "The health of our community is being compromised by people who continue to blow smoke in our faces..."
Radio Spot 2 "Did you know that breathing in someone else's cigarette smoke can make you sick..."
Video Spot
Senator Vivian Davis Figures discusses smoke-free issue.
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Saturday, March 22 and April 5- Ft. Payne Times-Journal, and Andalusia Star
Sunday, March 23 and April 6 - Birmingham News, Cullman Times, Dothan Eagle, Florence Times Daily, Gadsden Times, Huntsville Times, Mobile Press-Register, Montgomery Advertiser, Opelika-Auburn News, and the Tuscaloosa News
Michael Jackson, Bishop Don Solomon, Birmingham City Councilman William Bell, and Bishop Heron Johnson attend the Smoke-Free Community Meeting in Birmingham on March 28th.
Tobacco-Free Education and Support Meetings
The meetings will discuss the 2006 Surgeons General Report, dangers of second-hand smoke, and strategies for supporting smoke-free bills.
There has been great news that the Smoke-Free Alabama Bill is creating good buzz and support. We need to continue the efforts that have been so positive. Its about Health..Its about Time. Thank you to everyone that is putting forth such a determined effort.
[Last updated: 2008-07-02 10:13:12]
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Next Meeting
The next Tobacco Free Alabama Meeting will be Wednesday July 16, 2008, at the Alabama Power Complex in Clanton, AL.
TFA NEWSThe Hunstville Times
Smoking Ban to be Considered by Lawmakers on Final Day
MONTGOMERY -- A bill that would ban smoking in work places and many public settings in Alabama still has a chance of becoming law as the Legislature p...
Press-Register
Still Time to Pass Public Smoking Ban
ALABAMA HOUSE members can prescribe an enormously beneficial public health measure with few side effects by extinguishing cigarettes and cigars in most public buildings and workplaces.
Birmingham News
Riley: I'll Sign Indoor Smoking Ban if it Passes
MONTGOMERY - Gov. Bob Riley today said he would sign into law a broad ban on smoking in indoor public places if it were to pass the Legislature on May 19.
The Birmingham News
Smoking Ban Clears Committee
MONTGOMERY -- A legislative panel today gave its OK to a proposed ban on smoking in most indoor public places in Alabama.
Associated Press
Senate Passes Bill to Ban Smoking in Public Places Statewide
The Alabama Senate has passed a bill that would ban smoking in most public places in the state, including workplaces, restaurants and athletic events.
Demopolis Times
Kickin’ Butts: Poster Contest Shows Dangers of Tobacco Use
In recognition of Kick Butts Day on April 2, sixth-grade students at Demopolis Middle School had a chance to “kick butts” during a poster contest demonstrating the dangers of tobacco use.
Citizens speak out against smoking
Alexander City residents came out in support of the proposed smoking ordinance as the City Council's Public Safety Committee held a public hearing to discuss the ordinance.
American Heart Association
Toddlers Affected Most by Secondhand Smoke Exposure at Home
Secondhand smoke in the home appears to induce markers for heart disease as early as the toddler years, researchers reported at the American Heart Association's 48th Annual Conference on Cardiovascular Disease Epidemiology and Prevention.
Wales On Sunday
Hospital shock for kids of smokers
CHILDREN of smokers are a shocking 70 percent more likely to end up in hospital than youngsters whose parents don’t light up, according to a top medi...
The Star
Second-hand smoke data is real
The March 7 Speak Out letter in The Star from writer Jim Matheny makes it abundantly clear that the tobacco companies have been extremely successful in advertising that smoking and tobacco use is a civil right.
The Outlook
City council again asks for public comments
The City Council of Alexander City will hold another public meeting to discuss the proposed city ordinance banning smoking in public places, places of employment and area arenas on April 7
Medical News Today
New Study Released By Florida Institute For Smoking Cessation Shows Smoking Costs State Economy More
The Florida Institute for Smoking Cessation released an economic study indicating that smoking costs the state economy more than $20 billion per year. The cost is equivalent to $6,942 per smoker, or $17.22 per each $3.75 pack of cigarettes.
Bloomberg News
Tobacco Use May Kill 1 Billion in 21st Century, WHO Report Says
Tobacco use will kill 1 billion people in this century, a 10-fold increase over the previous 100 years, unless governments in poor nations raise taxes on consumption and mandate health warnings, the World Health Organization said.
Montgomery Bureau
Cancer Society wants smoke-free indoor workplaces
The Alabama Chapter of the American Cancer Society said it will ask the Legislature to mandate smoke-free indoor workplaces.
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