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MO HB1283
Bill
Status
1/12/2012
Primary Sponsor
Jason Barnes
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AI Summary
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Prohibits persons under 15 years of age from using any tanning device, defined as equipment emitting electromagnetic radiation between 200-400 nanometers wavelengths used for skin tanning.
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Defines "tanning facility" as any location or business providing access to tanning devices for a fee, membership dues, or other compensation.
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Makes it a Class C misdemeanor for a person under 15 to violate the prohibition or for a guardian to knowingly allow their child under 15 to use a tanning device.
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Establishes a $1,000 fine per violation for tanning facilities that violate the prohibition, with each use of a tanning device constituting a separate offense.
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Assigns enforcement responsibility to existing law enforcement personnel and the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services.
Legislative Description
Prohibits any person younger than 15 years of age from using a tanning device or his or her guardian from allowing the use of a tanning device
Last Action
Public Hearing Completed (H)
2/15/2012