Atlanta OKs Ban On Smoking Inside Bars, Restaurants, Airport

Atlanta City Council members approved the ban Monday. It covers cigarettes, cigars and electronic cigarettes. If signed by the mayor, it would take effect Jan. 2.

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Updated at 1:45 p.m. Tuesday

Atlanta’s City Council has approved a far-reaching ban on smoking and vaping in restaurants and bars — and potentially one of the world’s busiest airports.

City Council members approved the ban Monday, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported. It covers cigarettes, cigars and electronic cigarettes. If signed by the mayor, it would take effect on Jan. 2, 2020.