# 36 C.F.R. § 702.8 (2026): Use and carrying of food and beverages in Library buildings

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T36_P702_S702_8

## Section

- **Citation:** 36 C.F.R. § 702.8 (2026)
- **Heading:** Use and carrying of food and beverages in Library buildings
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Title 36 CFR: Parks, Forests, and Public Property / Chapter VII: LIBRARY OF CONGRESS / Part 702: CONDUCT ON LIBRARY PREMISES / § 702.8: § 702.8   Use and carrying of food and beverages in Library buildings.

## Text

Consumption of food and beverages in Library buildings is prohibited except at point of purchase or other authorized eating places. Under no circumstances may food or beverages be carried to the bookstacks or other areas where there exists significant risk to Library materials or property or where there may result a detraction from the dignity or efficiency of public service.

## Nearby sections

- [36 C.F.R. § 702.1 (2026) § 702.1   Applicability.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T36_P702_S702_1.md)
- [36 C.F.R. § 702.2 (2026) § 702.2   Conduct on Library premises.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T36_P702_S702_2.md)
- [36 C.F.R. § 702.3 (2026) § 702.3   Demonstrations.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T36_P702_S702_3.md)
- [36 C.F.R. § 702.4 (2026) § 702.4   Photographs.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T36_P702_S702_4.md)
- [36 C.F.R. § 702.5 (2026) § 702.5   Gambling.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T36_P702_S702_5.md)
- [36 C.F.R. § 702.6 (2026) § 702.6   Alcoholic beverages and controlled substances.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T36_P702_S702_6.md)
- [36 C.F.R. § 702.7 (2026) § 702.7   Weapons and explosives.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T36_P702_S702_7.md)
- [36 C.F.R. § 702.8 (2026) § 702.8   Use and carrying of food and beverages in Library buildings.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T36_P702_S702_8.md)
- [36 C.F.R. § 702.9 (2026) § 702.9   Inspection of property.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T36_P702_S702_9.md)
- [36 C.F.R. § 702.10 (2026) § 702.10   Protection of property.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T36_P702_S702_10.md)
- [36 C.F.R. § 702.11 (2026) § 702.11   Smoking in Library buildings.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T36_P702_S702_11.md)
- [36 C.F.R. § 702.12 (2026) § 702.12   Space for meetings and special events.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T36_P702_S702_12.md)
- [36 C.F.R. § 702.13 (2026) § 702.13   Soliciting, vending, debt collection, and distribution of handbills.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T36_P702_S702_13.md)
- [36 C.F.R. § 702.14 (2026) § 702.14   Penalties.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T36_P702_S702_14.md)

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