Smokefree Illinois
Smokefree Illinois continues advocating for policies that reduce exposure to secondhand smoke and tobacco related disease. Current initiatives include maintaining the Smokefree Illinois Act, and working toward policies in Smokefree Housing and Tobacco-Free Campuses and Parks.
The Smokefree Illinois Act
As of January 1, 2008, the Smokefree Illinois Act requires that public places and places of employment must be completely smokefree inside and within 15 feet from entrances, exits, windows that open and ventilation intakes. » More
Smokefree Housing
Information for health professionals, tenants and property owners/managers on the importance and implementation of smokefree multi-unit housing policies. » More
Tobacco-Free Campuses
Information for health professionals and college/university administrators on how to make their campuses tobacco-free. » More
Tobacco-Free Parks
Information for health professionals and residents on passing tobacco-free policies for parks and other outdoor areas. » More
Secondhand Smoke
Secondhand smoke is a serious health hazard, and is estimated to cause close to 50,000 deaths each year. » More
