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Alabama Prisons Go Tobacco-Free by October | Birmingham News
Alabama’s prisons are going tobacco-free by October, banning all tobacco products—including cigarettes, chewing tobacco, and snuff—starting with four facilities in September. The new Governor Kay Ivey Correctional Complex leads the charge, while nicotine patches and pouches remain available to help inmates quit. Officials highlight improved health, reduced fire risks, and better air quality for staff and inmates alike. Psychological associates will lead cessation classes across all facilities to support this major shift toward a smoke-free correctional system. Listen in comfort:Get a discount…
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