1.   After the vote by the Republican-controlled Legislature limiting their power to restrict smoking, in August, health officials approved the ban anyway.

2.   But despite the widely reported determination that nicotine is addictive, many in this group say they are able to restrict their smoking to nights or weekends.

3.   Dozens of state and local laws restrict indoor smoking in offices and other public buildings.

4.   TOBACCO-HEALTH -- WASHINGTON -- The Clinton administration urged Congress Tuesday to adopt comprehensive legislation that would severely restrict tobacco smoking at work and in public places.

5.   The report did not make specific recommendations on restricting smoking, saying that should vary according to place involved.