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MS SB2076

Bill

Status

Failed

2/23/2016

Primary Sponsor

Terry Burton

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Origin

Senate

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits tanning facilities and operators from allowing anyone under 18 years of age to use tanning devices, replacing previous parental consent provisions.

  • Imposes civil penalties of up to $100 for first violations and up to $500 for subsequent violations on facilities that allow minors to use tanning devices.

  • Requires tanning facility operators to verify age using photo identification issued by government or educational institutions before allowing device use.

  • Mandates tanning facilities post notices about the age restriction, civil penalties, health risks (including skin cancer and premature aging), and procedures for reporting violations.

  • Expands definition of "tanning facility" to include any location providing access to tanning devices regardless of whether fees are charged, such as health clubs, apartments, and condominiums.

  • Effective July 1, 2016.

Legislative Description

Tanning facility regulation; prohibit use by anyone under 18 years of age.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/23/2016

Committee Referrals

Public Health and Welfare1/26/2016

Full Bill Text

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