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Total Ban on Smoking and Vaping at Veterans Health Administration Facilities.

This legislation establishes a complete prohibition on smoking tobacco products and using e-cigarettes across all premises of the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), including buildings and surrounding land. The ban applies universally to patients, veterans, employees, and visitors, aiming to enhance public health and air quality in healthcare settings. This means veterans and visitors cannot smoke or vape anywhere on VHA property.
Key points
Smoking traditional cigarettes, cigars, and pipes is prohibited on all VHA facility grounds (indoors and outdoors).
The ban explicitly includes the use of electronic nicotine delivery systems, such as e-cigarettes and vape pens.
The new rules cover all VHA sites, including hospitals, nursing homes, and outpatient clinics, regardless of the person's status (patient, employee, visitor).
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Print number: 118_S_1040
Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL]
Process start date: 2023-03-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to prohibit smoking on the premises of any facility of the Veterans Health Administration, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1040.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Smoking traditional cigarettes, cigars, and pipes is prohibited on all VHA facility grounds (indoors and outdoors).
  • The ban explicitly includes the use of electronic nicotine delivery systems, such as e-cigarettes and vape pens.
  • The new rules cover all VHA sites, including hospitals, nursing homes, and outpatient clinics, regardless of the person's status (patient, employee, visitor).
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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