By a vote of 76 to 16, the Armenian National Assembly approved a government sponsored bill that will gradually ban smoking in eateries, cafes and other indoor public spaces in the country.
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The bill will amend the Law on the Reduction and Prevention of Health Damage Due to Tobacco Products and their Substitutes.
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The ban on smoking in restaurants and cafes goes into effect in March 2022.
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Individuals will also be prohibited from smoking while driving cars or buses. In addition, the bill imposes a blanket ban on any form of tobacco advertising.
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Indoor smoking will be punishable by fines ranging from AMD 50,000 (US$105) to AMD 200,000.
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Bright Armenia faction MPs voted against the bill, arguing it would hurt local businesses.
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H/T Hetq