EXECUTIVE ORDERS

irritant to many nonsmokers; and

WHEREAS, In sufficient concentrations, secondhand smoke can
worsen allergic conditions, be harmful to individuals with
chronic heart or respiratory diseases and according to new
research long-term exposure may seriously threaten the
health of nonsmokers; and

WHEREAS, It is the responsibility of the State to promote a
healthy and safe work environment for all employees and
individuals who conduct business in State offices;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, WILLIAM DONALD SCHAEFER, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE
OF MARYLAND, BY VIRTUE OF THE AUTHORITY VESTED IN ME BY THE
CONSTITUTION AND LAWS OF MARYLAND, HEREBY PROCLAIM THE
FOLLOWING EXECUTIVE ORDER:

Section 1. Smoking Policy

In an effort to consider the needs and concerns
of smokers and nonsmokers alike, and to provide a
healthful working environment in areas of buildings
occupied by Executive branch agencies, all employees
and visitors are expected to comply with the following
guidelines on smoking.

(A)  Areas of General Public Access

In addition to those areas governed by State
laws, smoking is prohibited in general public access
areas, Government operated shuttle buses, and
designated areas of cafeterias and dining rooms.

(B)  This order does not apply to the ground and first
floor of the State House and spaces assigned to the
legislative and judicial branches of government.

Section 2. Implementation and Enforcement of Smoking Policy

(A)  Smoking Policy Review Committee

The Secretary or Director of each department or
agency shall establish a Smoking Policy Review
Committee including all Boards, Commissions, all
Departments of the Executive Branch, and all state
Colleges and Universities. The size and composition
of the Committee shall be determined by each Secretary
or agency head, but shall include both smokers and
nonsmokers as well as supervisory and nonsupervisory
personnel.

(B)  Implementation of the Smoking Policy

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