Vehicle Laws - Prohibition Against Smoking in Vehicle Containing Young Child

HB438 / Crossfiled as Not Crossfiled (2010)

Prohibiting the driver of a motor vehicle in which a person who is under the age of 8 years is a passenger from smoking a tobacco product or allowing a passenger to smoke in the motor vehicle; establishing a fine of up to $50 for a violation of the Act; etc.

MASC Position: For
Why? This is a PROPOSED stance. Not yet approved This legislation would protect children and help continue to phase out smoking as a normal behavior. Both are favorable to MASC.
Sponsors: Delegate Barnes
More Info: Bill Status and Full Text on MLIS
Email the MASC Bill Coordinator
Hearing Date: None (Listed in MASC System; Confirm Here)

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Updated: Tue 30 Mar 2010 1:28 p.m.