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MO HB851

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/14/2011

Primary Sponsor

Gary Cross

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires parent or guardian to appear in person and sign written consent before minors under 18 years old can use tanning devices at tanning facilities.

  • Defines "tanning device" as equipment emitting electromagnetic radiation between 200-400 nanometers used for skin tanning, including sunlamps, tanning booths, and tanning beds.

  • Directs the Department of Health and Senior Services to develop a standard consent form by rule for all tanning facilities operating in Missouri.

  • Establishes penalties of class C misdemeanor for individuals who violate the section and $1,000 fine per violation for tanning facilities, with each use of a tanning device in violation counted as a separate offense.

  • Assigns enforcement responsibility to existing personnel and resources of law enforcement and the Department of Health and Senior Services.

Legislative Description

Requires the parent or guardian of any person younger than 18 years of age prior to the minor using a tanning device in a tanning facility to appear in person giving consent to the minor's use of the facility

Last Action

Voted Do Pass (H)

4/6/2011

Committee Referrals

Health Care Policy3/16/2011

Full Bill Text

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