CT SB00227

Prohibits the sale of over-the-counter diet pills and dietary supplements for weight loss or muscle building to individuals under 18 years of age, effective October 1, 2026

Requires retail establishments and online delivery sellers to verify proof of legal age before selling these products, with civil penalties up to $1,000 per violation

Excludes plain protein powders, protein drinks, and protein-containing foods from the restrictions unless they contain other weight loss or muscle building ingredients

Protects pharmacy professionals from license denial or disciplinary action based on out-of-state penalties related to providing reproductive or gender-affirming health care services permitted under Connecticut law

Allows prescriptions for reproductive and gender-affirming health care drugs to list the health care practice or facility name instead of the individual prescriber's name, providing privacy protection for practitioners