Missouri

SUNucate

Current Status: Not Enacted

Current Law

SUNucate legislation has been introduced but not enacted. In 2026, HB 2653 was referred to the Emerging Issues Committee before adjournment. No law in place. 2026: HB 2653 referred to the Emerging Issues Committee but saw no movement before adjournment. Multiple failed attempts (HB 1315, SB 640, HB 343, SB 528, HB 1561).

Comparison to SUNucate

Missouri has not adopted the major components of the SUNucate model legislation. The state remains an opportunity state for comprehensive school and youth camp sunscreen access protections.

Opportunities for Improvement

Adopt the full SUNucate model, including student possession and self-application of sunscreen; staff assistance with parental permission; youth camp protections; sun-protective clothing; hats and sunglasses; sun-safe education; and a sunscreen sales-tax exemption.

Legislative History

Multiple failed attempts

2026 Update: HB 2653 referred to Emerging Issues Committee

Sources

HB 2653 (2026)

Medical Spa Safety Act

Current Law

Missouri does not have any state laws regulating medical spas.

Opportunities for Improvement

Missouri would greatly benefit from enacting the Medical Spa Safety Act, which would regulate medical spas and keep medical procedures under the oversight of physicians, along with requiring medical directors to have training on all procedures being performed. The model bill also includes additional staff education requirements, notification to the public if a physician is not on-site and options for mandatory adverse event reporting.

Sources

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