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UA weighs total ban of tobacco products
Smokers who live, work, visit or study at the University of Arizona may soon be forced to take their habit off-campus.They’ll have to find the nearest non-UA sidewalk to light up on under a proposal to ban smoking and nicotine-containing products anywhere on university property — even outdoors.The draft measure, backed by faculty and student groups, aims “to promote a stronger sense of public health on campus,” said Melissa Vito, a senior vice president at the school.Indoor areas at UA went smoke-free several years ago but until now puffing was still allowed outside in areas away from building entrances.The policy change, as proposed, would extend the smoking ban to all UA property indoors and out, including courtyards, walkways, athletic venues, parking lots and garages.It prohibits cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, pipes, hookah and all types of smokeless tobacco.The university is collecting feedback on the proposal until July 27. After that, UA President Ann Weaver Hart will decide whether to approve the policy as is or make changes based on the input.A few dozen comments collected so far include concerns that some sports fans might be put off if they can’t duck outside during halftime for smoke breaks, Vito said.“We will be considering this along with other feedback to determine what makes the most sense,” she said.....................................
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