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Campbell County, KY Repeals Smoke-Free Ordinance

Thursday, February 17, 2011
Unfortunately, last night by a vote of 3-1, The Campbell County Fiscal Court voted to repeal Campbell County's smoke-free ordinance. Although we weren't successful in preventing repeal of the ordinance, we wanted to THANK everyone who made their voice heard by attending a meeting, writing or emailing your elected officials or making a phone call.

The comprehensive ordinance that would have protected the health of all patrons and workers in Campbell County from the known dangers of secondhand smoke was enacted by the former fiscal court in December 2010 and had been scheduled to take effect on April 15, 2011.

But the fight for smokefree indoor air isn't over! The American Heart Association and health advocates are greatly disappointed in the vote, but we will continue to work toward a smoke-free Kentucky.

If you haven't yet sent a message to your state lawmakers to support the Smokefree Kentucky Act, please take a moment to send your message now!
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