Illinois state senate has introduced a bill that aims to prohibit the use of e-cigarettes and vapes in public spaces. The existing smoke-free Illinois act prohibits smoking within 15 feet of entrances and mandates the placement of no-smoking signs in public areas. However, with the increasing popularity of vaping, the new bill aims to include e-cigarettes and vapes in the legislation. According to Dr. Scott Cook, MD., Ph.D., a medical professional at OSF, exposure to e-cigarette vapor can cause health problems in both children and adults. The Senate Bill 1561 has been passed by the senate executive committee and is awaiting further consideration from the full senate. The proposed ban on vaping in public spaces could help prevent secondhand smoke from contaminating the air, and protect both children and adults from the harmful effects of vaping.