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Kissimmee adopts tobacco‑free parks ordinance after students' testimony

Kissimmee City Commission · February 17, 2026
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Summary

After extensive student testimony urging protection for youth and cleaner parks, the Kissimmee commission unanimously adopted an ordinance banning smoking and vaping in city parks, making the prohibition enforceable rather than just a policy or signage.

The Kissimmee City Commission unanimously approved an ordinance Feb. 17 that prohibits smoking and vaping on city park properties, making the restriction enforceable and authorizing removal of noncompliant individuals from park grounds.

The ordinance was advanced by local SWAT (Students Working Against Tobacco) chapters and promoted in part by…

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