Fallin Continues To Push Statewide Anti-Smoking Initiative
Tobacco battle could become a political issue for Gov. Mary Fallin
BY SEAN MURPHY Associated Press
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
OKLAHOMA CITY – Battles over the regulation of tobacco products have played out throughout this year’s legislative session, but the real fight could come after lawmakers adjourn.
Gov. Mary Fallin, who announced earlier this session that she wants to push for a statewide vote on an anti-smoking initiative in 2014, plans to begin working in earnest on the details once the session ends, a spokesman said Monday.
“It’s definitely still on our radar, and it’s still a priority for her,” Alex Weintz said. “I think we’re going to have some announcements after session.”
Fallin lost a battle earlier this session over a bill she supported that would have allowed cities and towns to enact stricter smoking bans than exist in state law.