April 14, 2009
São Paulo‘s Legislative Assembly approved, last Tuesday (7th), the anti-smoking bill proposed by governor José Serra (PSDB), that prohibits smoking in enclosed spaces in the state of São Paulo. An amendment by deputy Paulo Alexandre Barbosa (PSDB) was also approved, that delays the bill from entering law for 90 days. During this 90 day period the bill will be regularised, in terms of fines and punishment. Serra has 10 days to sanction the bill.
Essentially all enclosed public areas will be affected, for example:
Night Clubs
Restaurants
Sandwich Shops
Food Courts
Hotels and Bed & Breakfasts
Shopping Centers
Hospitals and other diagnostic centers
Schools
Taxis
The Workplace
Common Areas in Buildings
Bars
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