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Patch's Poll: Should Smoking Be Banned in Cars Carrying Children 6 and Under?

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A Connecticut legislator has proposed a smoking ban for cars carrying children 6 and under.

State Rep. Henry J. Genga (D-East Hartford) has introduced legislation that would ban smoking inside cars with passengers 6 and under.

The bill calls for a warning for the first violation and a ticket and fine for subsequent violations.        

"A violation would be considered a secondary infraction because the intent is to educate the public on the health risks of second-hand smoke," according to a press release from House Democrats.

A public hearing on the proposal will take place before the legislature’s Transportation Committee at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 20. It will be held in Room 2C of the Legislative Office Building in Hartford.

Do you think the bill should pass?

Take our poll and tell us in the comments.


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