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Smoking Ban in Maryland and Baltimore

by Laureen Miles Brunelli
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Pros

  • Promotes healthier living.
  • Protects bar and restaurant workers from second hand smoke.
  • Statewide ban evens the playing field for all business affected by smoking ban.

Cons

  • May cause drop off in restaurant and bar business.
  • "Hardship" waivers vaguely worded.
  • Smokers have fewer places to light up.

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