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Massachusetts

SUNucate

Current Status: Not Enacted

Current Law

SUNucate legislation remains under active consideration. During the 2025-2026 session, H 600 advanced through second reading in the House and awaits third reading, while S 334 was reported favorably from committee and remains pending before Senate Rules. No law in place. 2026: H 600 passed second reading in the House, awaiting third reading. S 334 reported out of the Joint Committee on Education, currently held in Senate Rules since 9/22/25. Multiple failed attempts in prior sessions (SD 1199, S 1196, S 229, S 261, S 284, SD 2069, SD 1849, H 545, HD 1977, S 309, S 258).

Comparison to SUNucate

Massachusetts 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: H 600 awaits third reading in House

S 334 pending in Senate Rules

Sources

H 600 (2025-2026)

S 334 (2025-2026)

Medical Spa Safety Act

Current Law

Massachusetts does not have any state laws pertaining to medical spas. The Department of Health issued an advisory opinion stating that medical spas must be licensed as a clinic by the DPH unless it is wholly owned and controlled by one or more practitioners. Laser, radiofrequency devices, chemical peels, dermal fillers, botulinum toxin, and sclerotherapy are considered medical procedures and must be performed by or under the direction or supervision of a medical practitioner.

Opportunities for Improvement

Since there are no laws in place, Massachusetts 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

Massachusetts Department of Health Medical Spa Services Advisory  

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