Nebraska

SUNucate

Current Status: Enacted

Current Law

SUNucate legislation has been enacted. No law, but Department of Education guidance implemented in 2019. Earlier attempt (LB 688) failed.

Comparison to SUNucate

Nebraska has adopted core SUNucate concepts, including student possession/use. The state does not yet fully mirror the model bill where additional provisions remain available, such as youth camp protections, sun-protective clothing, hats and sunglasses, sun-safe education, or a sunscreen sales-tax exemption.

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

LB 688 (2017-2018) - Failed

Department of Education Guidance (2019)

Sources

Nebraska DOE Guidance

Medical Spa Safety Act

Current Law

Nebraska does not have any state laws regulating medical spas. In 2012, a Joint Board Dermatologic Workgroup issued a report stating that physicians, PAs and NPs (within their specialty area) can prescribe neuromodulators and dermal fillers after a face-to-face assessment of the patient. A properly trained RN may administer neuromodulators but only a physician, PA or NP may inject dermal fillers. Chemical peels that penetrate the dermis should only be performed by a physician, PA, NP, or an RN under physician supervision. Medical spas must be under the supervision of a physician or medical director who is trained in the procedures being performed.

Opportunities for Improvement

Since there are no laws in place, Nebraska would benefit from enacting the Medical Spa Safety Act, which would explicitly regulate medical spas, prevent conflicting Board opinions, and reduce confusion for patients and practitioners.

Sources

Joint Board Dermatologic Workgroup Final Report