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OK HB1471
Bill
Status
2/2/2015
Primary Sponsor
Justin Wood
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AI Summary
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Prohibits persons under 18 years of age from using tanning devices at any tanning facility in Oklahoma.
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Requires tanning facility owners and operators to verify customer age using government-issued identification with date of birth and photograph.
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Mandates tanning facilities post notices about age restrictions, health risks (skin cancer, premature aging, burns), and penalties; customers must sign written statements acknowledging warnings and agreeing to use protective eyewear before each use.
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Establishes operational requirements including trained operators on-site, sanitized equipment and eyewear provided at no cost, timing devices accurate within 10%, interior temperature not exceeding 100°F, and maximum usage of once per 24 hours.
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Requires State Department of Health to issue annual permits for tanning facilities; violations subject to civil penalties of $1,000 for first offense and $5,000 for subsequent violations, with possible suspension or revocation of permits.
Legislative Description
Public health and safety; prohibiting persons under eighteen years of age from using tanning device in tanning facility; effective date.
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Last Action
Second Reading referred to Public Health
2/3/2015