Title: Prohibits the Use of Tanning Facilities by Minors
Vote Smart's Synopsis:
Vote to pass a bill that prohibits the use of tanning facilities by minors.
Highlights:
Prohibits an individual less than 18 years of age from using a “tanning device” at a tanning facility (Sec. 2).
Defines “tanning device” as any equipment that emits radiation used for tanning of the skin and includes certain accompanying equipment (Sec. 2).
Exempts any individual from the provisions of this bill if a licensed physician uses or prescribes that a “phototherapy device” be used with respect to that individual (Sec. 2).
Defines “phototherapy device” as equipment that emits ultraviolet radiation and is used in the diagnosis or treatment of disease or injury (Sec. 2).