According to a recent poll conducted by the Clean Air Defense Group, nearly 60% of Nevada residents would endorse a ban on smoking in casinos if such legislation were proposed. The findings shed light on a growing sentiment among locals favoring stricter regulations on indoor smoking.
The poll further revealed that Nevada residents tend to view elected officials more favorably if they advocate for indoor smoking bans. This shift in public opinion is seen as a positive development by public health and worker advocacy groups, who interpret the results as a step toward amending the state's Clean Indoor Air Act.
Should the proposed ban be enacted, smoking in casinos, currently permitted, would be prohibited. Critics of the bill have voiced concerns about its potential impact on casino revenue, citing the likelihood of patrons who step out to smoke being less inclined to return to the gaming floor.
