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Airline smoking ban to succeed in Congress
In Washington the Senate contemplates sending a broad airline smoking ban to President Bush, despite strong tobacco-state opposition and big industry funds. Lawmakers press for tighter curbs on ads and vending, higher taxes, and FDA regulation while acknowledging political caution and cross‑state lobbying dynamics.
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