An advocacy group wants Kansas to ban smoking at its new casinos, arguing the state will violate the federal Americans with Disabilities Act if it allows customers to light up inside.
Smoke-Free Gaming, based in the Denver area, contends Kansas will be responsible for denying full access to individuals with lung and breathing problems because its lottery is legal owner of the new gambling. Of 13 states where non-tribal casinos are authorized, Kansas is the only one with such a setup.
This could cause a problem for Dodge City’s casino, as the Dodge City Commission recently passed an exception to its smoking ban which would allow casino patrons to light up in certain areas.
A state review board hopes to decide in December whether projects in Kansas City and south of Wichita can move forward.
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