Rick Karlin is reporting at Capitol Confidential the New York State Assembly Wed., May 17, approved a bill that would establish a statewide ban on the use of electronic cigarettes in public places. Vaping opponents fear unwanted exposure to e-cigarette emissions, and believe the practice can create another type of addiction. Karlin writes that it is unclear what will happen to the legislation next. The action taken by the Assembly Wednesday adds electronic cigarettes to the state's Clean Indoor Air Act and prohibits their use in schools, workplaces, bars, restaurants, public transportation vehicles and facilities, healthcare buildings, all public and private higher education institutions and sports areas. Assembly leaders cited recent findings by the Food and Drug Administration that users are at risk of inhaling various chemical toxins, including diethyleneglycol, a key ingredient in antifreeze. The Clean Indoor Air Act imposes penalties up to $2,000 for violations assessed by the state Department of Health, and a maximum fine of $1,000 for judgments made by county or city enforcement officers. Read the full story at Capitol Confidential.