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MO HB1411
Bill
Status
6/5/2014
Primary Sponsor
Gary Cross
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AI Summary
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Requires parent or guardian of minors under 17 years old to appear in person at tanning facilities annually and sign written consent acknowledging understanding of warnings before the minor uses a tanning device.
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Defines "tanning device" as equipment emitting electromagnetic radiation between 200-400 nanometers used for skin tanning, including sunlamps, tanning booths, and tanning beds.
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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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Directs the Department of Health and Senior Services to develop a standard consent form by rule for use by all Missouri tanning facilities.
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Establishes penalties of $100 for first violation, $250 for second violation, and $500 for each subsequent violation, with each unauthorized use by a minor constituting a separate offense; enforcement begins only after the consent form rule is adopted.
Legislative Description
Requires a person younger than 17 years of age using a tanning device in a tanning facility to have the parent or guardian of the minor give written consent in person to the minor's use of a tanning device
Last Action
Delivered to Secretary of State (G)
6/5/2014