Oregon

SUNucate

Current Status: Enacted

Current Law

SUNucate legislation has been enacted. 2015: HB 3041 enacted. Students may possess and use sunscreen during school hours, at events, or under supervision. Districts may adopt their own policies. Staff may assist but are not required. Sun-protective clothing and hats allowed, subject to school prohibitions.

Comparison to SUNucate

Oregon has adopted core SUNucate concepts, including student possession/use; staff assistance; sun-protective clothing; hats/sunglasses. 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

Youth camp protections; sun-safe education; sales-tax exemption

Legislative History

HB 3041 (2015) - Enacted

Sources

ORS 339.874 (Effective: 7/1/2015)

Medical Spa Safety Act

Current Law

Oregon does not have any state laws regulating medical spas. The Oregon Medical Board released guidance stating a medical director must evaluate the patient prior to treatment and obtain informed consent. The medical director may delegate procedures to a properly trained individual.

Opportunities for Improvement

Since there are no laws in place, Oregon 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

Oregon Medical Board Responsibilities of Medical Directors of Medical Spas