Signed by Governor Jay Inslee

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that prohibits the use of tanning beds by minors under 18 years of age.

Highlights:

• Prohibits the use of “ultraviolet tanning devices” by an individual under 18 years of age without a written prescription from a physician (Sec. 2).

• Defines “ultraviolet tanning device” as equipment that emits electromagnetic radiation for tanning of the skin, including, but not limited to, the following devices (Sec. 1):
• A sunlamp;
• A tanning booth; and
• A tanning bed.

• Classifies a violation of this bill as a civil penalty with a fine of no more than $250 per violation (Sec. 3). 

• Requires a government-issued form of photographic identification listing an individual’s date of birth to satisfy the age requirements of this bill (Sec. 2).

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