OKLAHOMA CITY – Lawmakers have filed bills to curb smoking, increase the minimum wage and allow sports betting.
More are coming. Jan. 16 is the bill filing deadline.
But here’s a breakdown of a couple more notable ones that have been filed so far.
Cigarette and vape bans
Senate Bill 23, by Sen. Brenda Stanley, R-Midwest City, would ban the use of cigarettes or vapor products in a vehicle with a minor present. Violators would be subject to a fine of up to $100. Fine revenue would go to the Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Revolving Fund.
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