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Butts Off Maui Beaches Bill Passes First Reading

Dr. Pang said taxing cigarettes and implementing environmental restrictions are items that he believes work. “When I grew up, geeze, guys used to smoke on the airplane, guys used to smoke on the bus, but now we have a norm change,” he said.

Committee Advances Bill to Ban Tobacco at Maui Parks, Beaches

A bill seeking the creation of Tobacco-Free Zones at all Maui County parks and beaches gained committee approval today and now advances to the full council for first reading.

1,522 Butts Removed in Keōpūolani Park Cleanup

The recent efforts are part of an awareness campaign to help support legislation for tobacco-free beaches and parks, introduced by Council Member Don Guzman last month.