Gov. Timothy M. Kaine today renewed his push for a ban on cigarette smoking in bars and restaurants.
"The scientific evidence about the health risks associated with exposure to secondhand smoke remains clear and convincing," Kaine said.
"I am compelled by concern for the health and well-being of all Virginians, as well as recognition of the high public costs of secondhand smoke, to once again ask the members of the General Assembly to approve this necessary and reasonable legislation."
Kaine said the Virginia Department of Health estimates that secondhand smoke is responsible for 1,700 deaths per year.
The legislation again likely faces a tough road in the Virginia House of Delegates.
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