Policy on Non-Discrimination and Equal Access

Chesapeake Biological Laboratory University of Maryland Policy on Non-Discrimination and Equal Access Under the Americans with Disabilities Act

The University of Maryland – Chesapeake Biological Laboratory is committed to a policy of full accessibility and does not discriminate in the provision of any of its campus and business activities. This campus is committed to upholding the intent and spirit of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 to the fullest extent possible. This commitment extends to all programs, services and activities of SHA, such that no qualified individual with a disability shall be discriminated against on the basis of his or her disability.

It is CBL’s responsibility and desire that no person be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to, discrimination under any program or activity supported by Chesapeake Biological Laboratory based on their disability, as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. It is also the responsibility of each and every CBL employee to work cooperatively to achieve the goals and objectives of this statement.

Necessary accommodations and adjustments will be made in a timely manner and on an individualized and flexible basis. In keeping of the writings of the Mid-Atlantic ADA Center, The Chesapeake Biological Laboratory is committed to using a variety of methods to facilitate participation in all activities supported by our campus; including, but not limited to, make structural improvement, build or renovate new facilities, relocate events to accessible facilities, provide equipment or staff assistance, or other options.

The Chesapeake Biological Lab is fully committed to the goal of achieving equal opportunity and non-discrimination for all persons in their interactions with CBL.