The University of Maryland, College Park has found that a significant percentage of faculty, staff and students do not smoke, smoke is offensive to many non-smokers, it is harmful and even debilitating to some individuals due to their physical condition, and there is evidence suggesting that passive smoke inhalation is harmful to non-smokers. In response to the above considerations, it is hereby established as the policy of the University of Maryland, College Park to achieve a public facility environment as close to smoke-free as practicably possible. Obtaining and maintaining this result will require the willingness, understanding, and patience of all members of the Campus community. It is the policy of the University of Maryland, College Park to follow all federal, state, or local laws regarding smoking. This Smoking Policy is in addition to any such policies which may be in effect.

• Guideline: Smoking is prohibited in indoor locations. Smoking is prohibited outside of buildings within 15 feet of any building entrance, air intake duct or window.
• Implementation : Unit heads or their designees are responsible for assuring that this policy is communicated to everyone within their jurisdiction and to all new members of the Campus community; implementing the policy and guideline and assuring that appropriate notice is provided. Developing guidelines to embrace all special circumstances in the campus is impossible. If unit heads find circumstances in their areas that they believe warrant exception from particular provisions in this Smoking Policy and Guidelines, they may address requests for specific local exceptions to the President or his or her designee.
• Compliance: This policy relies on the thoughtfulness, consideration, and cooperation of smokers and non-smokers for its success. It is the responsibility of all members of the Campus community to observe this Smoking Policy and Guideline. Complaints or concerns regarding this policy or disputes regarding its implementation should be referred to the immediate supervisor for resolution. If a resolution cannot be reached, the matter will be referred by the supervisor to the appropriate department head or vice president for mediation.
• Review: The provisions and guidelines attaching to this Smoking Policy shall be subject to future review and revision to ensure that the objective is obtained. Especial attention shall be given to determining if voluntary compliance without disciplinary sanctions has proven satisfactory.