Modifies provisions relating to smoking regulations
HB 1280 modifies Missouri's smoking regulations by banning smoking (including tobacco and marijuana) in most indoor public spaces like restaurants, hospitals, schools, and child care facilities. It allows exceptions for private events, limousines with passenger consent, and small bars/restaurants (under 50 seats) that post "no nonsmoking areas" signs. The bill also prohibits smoking in all indoor areas of public elementary/secondary schools (excluding colleges) and child care facilities during operating hours, and bans workplace discrimination against employees who use tobacco or marijuana off-premises during non-work hours. Employers may still offer lower health insurance rates to non-users but cannot fire employees for off-duty use unless it directly impacts work performance.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
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Governor
Introduced Feb 12, 2025
Last action May 15, 2025
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May 15, 2025
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Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
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Feb 12, 2025
Introduced
Introduced and Read First Time (H)
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Adrian Plank
DDemocratic
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