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Smoking Policies at NFL October 13, 2020

Of the 32 Stadiums, 29 prohibit smoking, including the use of electronic cigarettes, anywhere inside the (marked in ). Two stadiums prohibit smoking, but not the use of electronic cigarettes, anywhere inside the stadium (marked in green). In addition, one stadium that prohibits the use of electronic cigarettes to the same extent that tobacco smoking is prohibited (marked in red).

Arizona Cardinals - University of Phoenix Stadium In accordance with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act, University of Phoenix Stadium is a non-smoking facility. There are three designated smoking locations on the main concourse located beyond the Gate 2 exterior gate and outside the exit doors at Sections 102 and 137. Fans on the Club level, Loft corridor and level can proceed to the designated smoking locations on the north ramp. Please remember to the keep the north ramp walk aisles clear for other fans and smoke only in the designated areas. Fans outside the stadium are reminded that they must be at least 20 feet away from any stadium entrance to smoke. E-cigarettes or vaporizer pens are not permitted inside University of Phoenix Stadium. Fans that do not comply with the smoking policy inside the stadium are subject to ejection.

Atlanta Falcons – Mercedes-Benz Stadium • Smoking is prohibited in all areas of the stadium (this includes all smoking tobacco, e- cigarettes and vaporizers). • Violators of this policy may be ejected from the stadium. All Ticket holders are responsible for their conduct as well as the conduct of their guests and/or persons using their tickets.

Baltimore Ravens - M&T Bank Stadium M&T Bank Stadium is now a smoke-free facility as required by State Law. There are no designated smoking areas inside M&T Bank Stadium. Designated smoking areas are located outside of Gates A, B, C, and D. Proceed to the designated smoking areas 25 feet or greater from the stadium entry gates. This policy also applies to electronic cigarettes or any alternative smoking product – they are not permitted. Guests who fail to comply with this policy may be ejected from the stadium. Thank you for your attention to this new policy.

Buffalo Bills – New Era Field New Era Field is proud to be a smoke-free /tobacco-free facility. For the health, safety, and comfort of all Bills guests and New Era Field Team Members, smoking (including electronic cigarettes) and all tobacco products (including chewing tobacco, lighters and matches) are prohibited inside all areas of the stadium; including entry gates, concourses, seating areas, and all suites and clubs. There are no designated smoking areas in the stadium and re-entry is prohibited. Stadium guests who fail to comply with this smoking / tobacco policy are subject to ejection and may lose ticket privileges.

Carolina Panthers – Stadium is a smoke-free facility. Smoking is prohibited inside all areas of the stadium including concourses, seating areas, suites and club areas. This includes but is not limited to cigarettes, vapor cigarettes and electronic cigarettes.

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Chicago Bears – The Smoke-Free Act prohibits smoking in Soldier Field. In consideration of the comfort of all guests, we ask for your cooperation. There are no designated smoking areas inside the stadium and re-entry is prohibited. Smokeless cigarettes/e-cigarettes are also prohibited.

Cincinnati Bengals – Paul Brown Stadium is a smoke-free facility. Tobacco products, e-cigarettes and vaping are not permitted in the stadium. Guests who fail to comply with the policy after appropriate warnings may be subject to ejection from Paul Brown Stadium.

Cleveland Browns – FirstEnergy Stadium In compliance with Chapter 3794 of the Ohio Revised Code, smoking is prohibited in FirstEnergy Stadium. E-cigarettes and chewing tobacco are also prohibited. For guests’ convenience, there are smoking sections located outside each of the north gates.

Dallas Cowboys – AT&T Stadium Smoking is PROHIBITED IN ALL AREAS OF THE STADIUM (this includes all smoking tobacco, e- cigarettes and vaporizers). Guests wishing to smoke may do so only in designated smoking areas outside the stadium. Designated smoking areas are available in the following locations:

• Miller Lite and AT&T Plazas (at least 50 feet from the stadium entrance) • Outside Entries A, E, F and K (at least 50 feet from the door ways, Club and Suite guests only)

Violators of this policy may be ejected from the stadium. All Season Ticketholders are responsible for their conduct as well as the conduct of their guests and/or persons using their tickets.

Denver Broncos – Sports Authority Field at Mile High Sports Authority Field at Mile High is a non-smoking facility. Smoking and use of alternative smoking devices (electronic or vapor) is only permitted in designated smoking areas. Smoking or use of alternative smoking devices in a non-designated area will result in ejection from the stadium without refund. Any form of marijuana consumption is prohibited on Sports Authority Field at Mile High property during public events, including in stadium parking lots.

Detroit Smoking is not permitted inside Ford Field. Smoking is not allowed inside the stadium including all seating areas, restrooms, club lounges, bars and suites. This includes, but is not limited to, electronic cigarettes, vaporizers and tobacco. Smoking and use of e-cigarettes is only permitted in designated outdoor areas.

Cigars and electronic cigarettes are not permitted in the stadium and must be comply with outdoor designated area smoking policy.Electronic cigarettes are not permitted in the stadium and must comply with outdoor designated area smoking policy.

Green Bay Packers – Lambeau Field is a smoke-free facility as required by Wisconsin State Law. This includes the Lambeau Field Atrium, stadium bowl and concourses. There are no designated smoking areas inside Lambeau Field, nor is exit and re-entry permitted for smoking. This policy also applies to smokeless and electronic cigarettes – they are not permitted. Guests who fail to comply with this policy may be ejected or subject to a fine.

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Houston Texans – NRG Stadium Smoking, including electronic cigarettes, and/or vaporizers, is prohibited inside of the stadium; however, smoking is permitted in designated areas outside.

Indianapolis Colts – Stadium Local ordinance prohibits smoking, the use of e-cigarettes, and chew less tobacco in . Fans who wish to smoke may go outside each gate and be at least 10 feet from doors. (Per City County General Ordinance No. 44 Sec. 616-201 effective March 1, 2006.)

Jacksonville Jaguars – TIAA Bank Field Smoking (including e-cigarettes and vaping) is NOT permitted at TIAA Bank Field. Fans who fail to comply with this policy are subject to ejection from the stadium. We appreciate your cooperation in adhering to this policy.

Kansas City Chiefs – Smoking of any kind, including vaping, is prohibited. Guests who fail to comply with this policy after a warning are subject to ejection from Arrowhead Stadium and potential revocation of tickets.

Las Vegas Raiders – In accordance with The Clean Air Indoor Act, Allegiant Stadium is a smoke-free facility. This includes the use of vaporizers and e-cigarettes. Designated smoking areas are located outside of the stadium.

Los Angeles Chargers – SoFi Stadium SoFi Stadium is a drug-free and smoke-free environment. The use of drugs (including marijuana), other illegal substances and/or smoking (including vaporizers, e-cigarettes and smokeless tobacco) is strictly prohibited.

Los Angeles Raiders – SoFi Stadium SoFi Stadium is a drug-free and smoke-free environment. The use of drugs (including marijuana), other illegal substances and/or smoking (including vaporizers, e-cigarettes and smokeless tobacco) is strictly prohibited.

Miami Dolphins – Hard Rock Stadium is proud to be a smoke-free venue. Smoking in the seating bowl, concourse, helix ramp, or any other area inside Hard Rock Stadium is prohibited. This policy also applies to smokeless, electronic (e-cigarettes) vaping with any alternative smoking products.

Minnesota Vikings – U.S. Bank Stadium U.S. Bank Stadium is a completely non-smoking facility. All guests are prohibited from smoking (including electronic cigarettes, vaporizers or similar products) inside and outside of the stadium at any time.

New Patriots – Stadium Smoking is prohibited inside the stadium. This includes electric cigarettes.

New Orleans Saints – Mercedes-Benz Superdome Smoking inside the Superdome is prohibited by law. Smoking is permitted in the following areas only: Gates B, D, F, and H Plaza Level Exterior. *Inhaling e-cigarettes is not permitted inside the Superdome, but they may be used in the designated exterior smoking areas as listed above.

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New York Giants – MetLife Stadium In accordance with State law, MetLife Stadium is SMOKE-FREE. Smoking is permitted along the fence line on the Plaza Level. Guests may not smoke in the East Hall or MetLife Central area or on/near the base of the stairways, ramps or escalators. Guests smoking electronic cigarettes are asked to adhere to the same policy.

New York Jets - MetLife Stadium In accordance with New Jersey State law, MetLife Stadium is SMOKE-FREE. Smoking is permitted along the fence line on the Plaza Level. Guests may not smoke in the East Hall or MetLife Central area or on/near the base of the stairways, ramps or escalators. Guests smoking electronic cigarettes are asked to adhere to the same policy.

Philadelphia Eagles – The City Ordinance of prohibits smoking in public places and workplaces, including sports facilities. This policy includes the preclusion of e-cigarettes and vaporizers. .At Lincoln Financial Field, smoking is PROHIBITED in ALL AREAS of the stadium. Designated smoking areas are available in the following locations.

• HeadHouse Plaza • Outside the Verizon Wireless Gate across from Section 101 • Outside the south of the stadium across from Section 113 • Outside each Club and Suite entry (Club & Suite fans only)

Violators of this policy may be ejected from the stadium. All Season Ticket Members are responsible for their conduct as well as the conduct of their fans and/or persons using their tickets.

Pittsburgh Steelers – Heinz Field is a smoke-free facility. In consideration of the comfort of all ticket holders, we ask your cooperation. There are NO designated smoking areas inside the stadium, and re-entry is prohibited. Guests who fail to comply with the policy after appropriate warning may be subject to ejection from Heinz Field. All season ticket holders and event patrons are responsible for whoever utilizes their tickets and occupies that particular seat for any event held at Heinz Field.

San Francisco 49ers – Levi’s Stadium In accordance with the Santa Clara City Ordinance, Levi’s Stadium is a SMOKE FREE facility, which includes, but not limited to, cigarettes, vapor cigarettes, electronic cigarettes, and joints. Designated smoking areas have been established at select location(s) within the stadium perimeter. Smoking marijuana is prohibited on stadium grounds.

Seattle Seahawks – CenturyLink Field In compliance with state law (RCW 70.160), smoking of any kind is prohibited in all areas of CenturyLink Field and Event Center. This includes, but is not limited to: cigarettes, e-cigarettes, vape pens, and smokeless tobacco.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers – Smoking & tobacco (including e-cigarettes and vaporizers) are not permitted.

Tennessee Titans – Nissan Stadium is a smokefree and vape-free facility. This includes cigarettes, vapes, e-cigarettes and any other similar product. There are no designated smoking areas inside the stadium and re-entry is prohibited.

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Washington Football Team – FedEx Field Smoking is not permitted in the seating bowls, Lower Level concourse, portals, tunnels or restrooms of FedExField. Guests wishing to smoke may do so in designated smoking areas. Smoking is also permitted on the Smoking Deck at the elevator tower at the NRG Gate (Gate A) and the Bank of America Gate (Gate E).

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