Decatur bans vaping in public places

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A north Alabama city has voted to ban the smoking of electronic cigarettes, also known as vaping, in public places such as restaurants and bars.

The Decatur Daily reports that the Decatur City Council voted 4-1 to add e-cigarettes to the city’s smoking ordinance.The ordinance bans smoking inside public places, including bars, restaurants and most retail stores.

It is also not allowed within 10 feet (3 meters) of any entrance.

The change is effective immediately.
(Associated Press, copyright 2018)

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