MS SB2815

Prohibits tanning facilities from allowing persons under age 18 to use any tanning device, making violations subject to civil penalties of up to $100 for first offense and up to $500 for subsequent offenses.

Requires tanning facility operators to request photo identification proving customers are at least 18 years old before allowing use of tanning devices.

Mandates tanning facilities post notices developed by the Mississippi State Department of Health regarding the age restriction, civil penalties, violation reporting procedures, and health risks associated with tanning.

Establishes multiple operational requirements for tanning facilities including mandatory trained operators during business hours, sanitization protocols, protective eyewear provision, timing device controls, temperature limits, and maintenance of customer records for three years.

Exempts physicians licensed to practice medicine in Mississippi who use phototherapy devices in the diagnosis or treatment of disease or injury from these requirements.