According to Attorney General Bob Ferguson, who's been leading the charge to raise the smoking age, a new poll says most Washington residents favor the idea.
The Washington state legislature is getting ready to convene in Olympia for the 2016 session, and several smoking bills will be considered, all which approach different ways to raise the smoking age to 21.
It's fun learning new things. Today I learned a very simple thing I see people do ALL THE TIME while driving in Washington is punishable with a $1,024 MINIMUM fine!
Due in part to budget issues and other factors, people looking to stop using tobacco will find dramatically-reduced state resources at the end of this month.
The Oregon Legislature has approved a bill that would make it a crime to smoke in a car with kids.
The House approved the bill in a 43-15 vote on Monday. It now goes to Gov. John Kitzhaber.
The bill would prohibit drivers from smoking in cars if a person under 18 is present...