Industry
March 25, 2026
New Jersey Governor Urges Lawmakers to Settle Atlantic City Smoking Debate
In a recent interview with the Press of Atlantic City, New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill did not take a stance on the Atlantic City casino smoking dispute, but she urged lawmakers to come to a conclusion soon and end this years-long debate. Governor Sherrill Wants Lawmakers to Reach a Conclusion Sherrill noted that while litigation […]
Casino
March 25, 2026
Kansas Edging Closer to Ending Smoking on Casino Floors
Fears that barring smokers from gambling when taking a puff have long kept a bizarre exemption to the US’s prohibition on smoking in public indoor spaces in place. Casinos have got away with allowing players to keep on lighting up cigarettes while playing to the detriment of personnel and fellow patrons’ health. Kansas Bill Gives […]
Casino
February 27, 2026
New Jersey Casino Workers Ask State Supreme Court to End Smoking Ban Exemption
Casino workers in New Jersey are again pressing for an end to indoor smoking in Atlantic City’s gaming halls, this time asking the New Jersey Supreme Court to rule whether the state constitution guarantees them a right to a safe workplace. The dispute revolves around the 2006 Smoke-Free Air Act, which established a statewide ban […]
Casino
January 27, 2026
Bill Seeking to End Casino Floor Smoking in Iowa Halted
Iowans may have hoped that they would be able to amble down casino gaming floors in the state without the need to inhale secondhand smoke. Yet, these hopes are now dashed as a Senate subcommittee voted on Monday to reject a draft proposal to see an exemption allowing smoking to continue in casinos. Iowans Need […]
Casino
January 27, 2026
Appeals Court Revives NJ Casino Smoking Ban Challenge
The seemingly never-ending legal battle over smoking on casino floors in New Jersey has headed back to square one following the recent ruling of a state appeals court that decided a lower court mishandled the case. Procedural Flaws On January 26, 2026, an appellate panel asked a trial court to reopen proceedings meant to decide […]
Casino
October 15, 2025
Delaware Park Casino Builds $5M Outdoor Slot Patio for Smokers
Delaware Park Casino in Wilmington has made a big move to please its smoking customers by opening a new $5 million outdoor gaming area. The project, which started running this week, lets players smoke their cigarettes or cigars while they play on over 250 slot machines — all in an open-air space that keeps the […]
Casino
October 2, 2025
New Attempt from PA Lawmakers to Ban Smoking in Casinos
A push to clear the air in Pennsylvania’s public spaces took a major step forward this week. Earlier this week, the state House Health Committee gave the green light to a bill that would ban smoking in casinos, bus stops, and other places that were previously exempt from indoor smoking restrictions. The proposal, called the […]
Casino
June 17, 2025
Smoking Ban Debate Heats Up as New Jersey Governor’s Race Progresses
The race for New Jersey’s next governor has begun bringing renewed attention to a long-debated issue: should Atlantic City casinos ban indoor smoking? As Democratic nominee Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli emerge as the main candidates, their contrasting opinions on this topic are becoming more important to voters and casino employees alike. Sherrill Backs […]
Industry
June 12, 2025
Casino Workers Urge NJ Governor Candidates to Back Smoking Ban
A group of Atlantic City casino workers is stepping up its efforts to end smoking inside casinos. They are asking governor candidates Mikie Sherrill and Jack Ciattarelli to back a full ban on indoor smoking. CEASE Presses Sherrill and Ciattarelli to Support Smoke-Free Casinos The group, Casino Employees Against Smoking Effects (CEASE), wants new laws […]
Casino
June 6, 2025
Las Vegas Casinos Feel the Heat to Go Smoke-Free as Public Opinion Shifts
Las Vegas casinos are moving towards a smoke-free future due to investor pressure and changing public views. While most Las Vegas Strip resorts still allow smoking on their gaming floors, more and more people want casino operators to think again. Park MGM’s Smoke Ban Stands Alone Amid Growing Calls for Industry-Wide Reform Park MGM stands […]