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May 2, 2003
To: Dr. Pred Holschuh, Chair, Human Services and Economic
Development
Committee Members
Fr: Shelly Ogata
Re: Support of Bill 260 -Relating to Smoke-free Workplaces
Aloha! 1 am writing to you in strong support of Bill 260 as we need to start
protecting all workers from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke. I
support this bill because my sister (who is pregnant) and several of my
friends work in restaurants and/or bazs, They should not have to work in a
hazaxdous environment, especially since second-hand smoke is a totally
preventable work hazazd. In fact, some of my friends choose non-smoking
establishments as their place of employment.
My husband and I aze also highly sensitive to cigarette smoke. Before I go
to a bar or restaurant where 1 know they have air quality problems, I have to
tom;, extra medication to prevent a respiratory reaction. Therefore, we also
choose out entertainment according to the air quality. If I don't have my
medication, I usually end up with a severe respiratory reaction that means
loss of work for at least a day.
I urge the council to pass this bill. Thank you for your time and
consideration of this matter,
Sin ly, 1
Shelly H. Abe Ogata, R.N., M.P.H.
POB 2104
Kea'au, HI 96749-2104
Ph. 966-8870
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