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Smoke- & Vape-Free Ordinance
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Bourbon County Smoke- & Vape-Free Ordinance

Bourbon County Smoke- & Vape-Free Ordinance

On August 27, 2026, the Bourbon County Fiscal Court passed an ordinance prohibiting smoking, including e-cigarette use, in enclosed indoor public places and workplaces throughout Bourbon County.

The ordinance applies to places such as restaurants, bars, retail businesses, offices, and other workplaces. 

Businesses, employees, residents, and visitors are encouraged to review the ordinance and Frequently Asked Questions below to learn where the law applies and what is required for compliance.

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For Businesses & Workplaces

Need help meeting the ordinance requirements?

For Residents

Need to report a possible violation?

Business & Workplace Compliance

Businesses and workplaces can use the resources below to help meet the requirements of the Bourbon County Smoke- & Vape-Free Ordinance.

Request a free Business Toolkit from the Bourbon County Health Department or download and print the individual materials you need.

Request a Business Toolkit

Free Business Toolkits include a copy of the ordinance, a compliance checklist, No Smoking window clings, and other educational materials to help businesses communicate the new requirements to employees and customers. Businesses may request a toolkit for pickup, delivery, or mailing by completing the request form below.

Business Compliance Resources

Resources to help employers and businesses comply with the Bourbon County Smoke- & Vape-Free Ordinance.

Business Compliance Checklist

A checklist to help businesses review their compliance responsibilities.

Employee Pay-Stub Insert

A printable resource employers can include with employee pay stubs to communicate information about the ordinance.

No Smoking Signage

Preview and download the standard printable sign and explore the window cling designs available through the Business Toolkit.

No Smoking Signage

Businesses can choose the sign format that best fits their space. Preview each design and download the appropriate PDF.

Vertical Sign  6×8 inch

Standard Letter Size

Square Sign  4×4 inch

Horizontal Sign  8×6 inch

Complaints & Enforcement

Report a possible violation of the Bourbon County Smoke- & Vape-Free Ordinance using the complaint form below.

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Andrea Davis-Viney, MPH
Public Health Director

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Board of Health Chairperson