JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) - Missouri teens younger than 17 would need written parental approval to use tanning beds under legislation passed by the state Senate.
Senators voted 22-10 on Wednesday to send the bill back to the House, where a similar version passed earlier. Lawmakers must pass an identical measure by May 16.
Under the bill, salons that allow teenagers to tan without consent would face a $500 fine. State health officials would be charged with developing a standardized consent form for parents to use.
Supporters say it would help protect teenagers from exposure to ultraviolet rays that can cause skin cancer. Opponents argue it is a government intrusion on small businesses.
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Tanning is HB1411
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Legislature: https://www.moga.mo.gov
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