KY bill paving way for cigar bars, decried by public health advocates, on the move

By: Sarah Ladd

Outlets: Kentucky Lantern

Published: January 28, 2026

Words: 493

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 3 days ago

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FRANKFORT — A bill that would allow eligible businesses in Kentucky to operate cigar bars, which health organizations say could compromise public health, passed the House Local Government Committee Wednesday.

House Bill 194 says a person can operate a cigar bar in Kentucky if they hold a valid alcoholic beverage license and patrons could smoke indoors or outdoors.

HB 194 progress

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