Washington

SUNucate

Current Status: Enacted

Current Law

SUNucate legislation has been enacted. 2017: SB 5404 enacted. Students may possess and use sunscreen at public and private schools, school districts, and educational service districts. Assistance is not required. Schools encouraged to provide sun-safety education. Sunscreen must be provided by a parent/guardian. Earlier attempt (HB 1573) failed.

Comparison to SUNucate

Washington has adopted core SUNucate concepts, including student possession/use; youth camp protections; staff assistance; sun-safe education. 

Opportunities for Improvement

Sun-protective clothing; hats/sunglasses; sales-tax exemption

Legislative History

HB 1573 (2017-2018) - Failed

SB 5404 (2017-2018) - Enacted

Sources

RCW 28A.210.278 (Effective: 5/4/2017)

Medical Spa Safety Act

Current Law

Washington does not have a comprehensive medical spa law. Washington law states a physician must be fully trained in the procedure and perform an initial assessment of the patient before they may delegate a nonsurgical medical cosmetic procedure to a properly trained physician assistant, RN, or LPN. The physician is not required to be on site for administration of FDA-approved medications or substances but must be available by phone and within 30 minutes.

Opportunities for Improvement

Washington 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

Washington Administrative Code 246-919-606