Proposed bill would ban minors from using tanning beds in Idaho
BOISE, Idaho (KBOI) - New legislation proposed in the Idaho House Health and Welfare Committee would forbid anyone under the age of 18 in Idaho from using tanning beds.
The legislation's sponsor, Representative John Rusche (D), Lewiston, says in the bill's statement of purpose that the use of tanning beds by minors has led to a rising epidemic of skin cancer and other health issues.
The proposed bill would have a exception for people who receive a doctor's prescription regarding an underlying health issue that would be helped by the use of a tanning bed.
The bill also proposes making it a misdemeanor carrying a $500 fine to violate the ban, and would include anyone who assists a minor in using a tanning bed.
Any subsequent violation within in same year would results in a $1000 fine.
Idaho currently has no laws restricting the use of tanning beds. Some private tanning businesses may have restrictions as part of their policy, however.
Read more about the proposed legislation here on the Idaho Legislature's website.
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The legislation's sponsor, Representative John Rusche (D), Lewiston, says in the bill's statement of purpose that the use of tanning beds by minors has led to a rising epidemic of skin cancer and other health issues.
The proposed bill would have a exception for people who receive a doctor's prescription regarding an underlying health issue that would be helped by the use of a tanning bed.
The bill also proposes making it a misdemeanor carrying a $500 fine to violate the ban, and would include anyone who assists a minor in using a tanning bed.
Any subsequent violation within in same year would results in a $1000 fine.
Idaho currently has no laws restricting the use of tanning beds. Some private tanning businesses may have restrictions as part of their policy, however.
Read more about the proposed legislation here on the Idaho Legislature's website.
Join the conversation on Facebook!
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