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SUNucate

Current Status: Enacted

Current Law

SUNucate legislation has been enacted. 2015: SB 265 enacted. Students may possess and use sunscreen at school and school events. Earlier attempt (HB 1498) failed.

Comparison to SUNucate

Texas has adopted core SUNucate concepts, including student possession/use.

Opportunities for Improvement

Adopt youth camp protections; sun-protective clothing; hats and sunglasses; sun-safe education; and a sunscreen sales-tax exemption.

Legislative History

HB 1498 (2015) - Failed

SB 265 (2015) - Enacted

Sources

TX Education Code § 38.021 (Effective: 6/16/2015)

Medical Spa Safety Act

Current Law

Texas does not have any state laws regulating medical spas. The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation states that anyone offering services at a medical spa must have the appropriate license and training for the services they are providing, or be under the delegation of a licensed physician, when providing medical treatments. Estheticians and cosmetologists may not use lasers or inject neurotoxins or dermal fillers.

Opportunities for Improvement

Since there are no laws in place, Texas 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

Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation Medical Spas Guidance

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