Prohibits sale of certain diet pills and dietary supplements for weight loss or muscle building to persons under 18 years of age under certain circumstances.
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- Introduced
- Passed General Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to protect young people from potentially harmful diet pills and supplements marketed for weight loss or muscle building. It prohibits retailers from selling these products to individuals under 18, with exceptions for certain healthcare professionals and specific circumstances involving a physician’s recommendation. The goal is to reduce the risk of adverse health effects associated with these products in minors. The bill also establishes a reporting requirement for retailers regarding sales of these products to underage individuals.
Key provisions
- Prohibits the sale of diet pills and supplements for weight loss or muscle building to individuals under 18.
- Allows sales by healthcare professionals under specific circumstances and with a physician’s recommendation.
- Requires retailers to report sales of these products to individuals under 18.
Who is affected
- Retailers selling diet pills and supplements
- Individuals under 18 years of age
- Parents and guardians of minors
- Manufacturers and distributors of diet pills and supplements
Notable changes
- Creates a specific restriction on the sale of weight loss and muscle building supplements to minors.
- Establishes a reporting requirement for retailers to track sales to underage individuals.
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