Last updated: July 26, 2021

Sub-national Laws

Are sub-national jurisdictions permitted to have smoke-free laws?

Yes

If yes, are they allowed to be more stringent than national law?

Yes

If yes, do one or more sub-national jurisdictions have smoke-free laws more stringent than national law?

No

A brief comment on the extent of sub-national legislation:

While some States have public smoking restrictions, none are more protective than the requirements and restrictions under the National Tobacco Control Act and the National Tobacco Control Regulations.