For Immediate Release
Randy Simons
Dan Keefe
(518) 486-1868

October 11, 2013

Statement on State Supreme Court’s Decision on State Parks’ Smoking Regulation

"State Parks has legislative authority to manage a wide variety of activities within state parks to balance often conflicting uses of our patrons. We believe this authority extends to the regulation of outdoor smoking on playgrounds, swimming pools, beaches, and other locations where children and visitors congregate.  We are considering an appeal of the court’s decision."

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