TOBACCO CONTROL PROGRAM

In fiscal year 2000, the State of Maryland was awarded funds through the Cigarette Restitution Fund, and Howard County obtained funding for planning and implementing tobacco programs. These programs target three areas of tobacco use:

• Prevention
• Cessation
• Enforcement

The Tobacco Control Programs sponsored by the Howard County Health Department provide community based prevention services by partnering with local agencies to implement anti-smoking campaigns. Cessation and tobacco education programs are offered to Howard County residents and employees.

The Health Department's tobacco enforcement program assures that tobacco sales to minors are restricted. Enforcement staff issues citations when there are violations of the laws and vendors have the opportunity to attend educational workshops regarding tobacco placement and sales to minors.

If you have information concerning a violation of the placement of tobacco products, the unlawful distribution of tobacco products, or any other concerns, please contact the Tobacco Control Program at 410-313-6265.

The Howard County Health Department offers an eight-week smoking cessation class for men and women who live or work in Howard County. Each session last one hour and free medication support is provided. For more information about the class or to register, call the Tobacco Control Program at 410-313-6265.

Howard County Health Department
7178 Columbia Gateway Drive
Columbia, Maryland 21046
(410) 313-6265