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Atlantic City may vote next week on casino smoking policy 

Jump to full article: The Press of Atlantic City, 2009-10-22
Author: EMILY PREVITI, Staff Writer

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The city official who was among the most vocal supporters of a resort-wide smoking ban now wants it off the table.

Calling it a restriction is really more accurate. No matter what local lawmakers decide, certain casino lounges likely could continue to allow smoking, Councilman Bruce Ward said Wednesday.

"Smoking is outlawed in every workplace in New Jersey except casinos," he said.

City Council likely will vote next week on exactly how to limit lighting up on casino floors, according to Councilman Dennis Mason.

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