53G-9-208. Sunscreen -- Possession -- Administration -- Immunity.
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Effective 5/12/2020
53G-9-208. Sunscreen -- Possession -- Administration -- Immunity.
(1)As used in this section, "sunscreen" means a compound topically applied to prevent sunburn.
(2)A public school shall permit a student, without a parent's, physician's, or physician assistant's authorization, to possess or self-apply sunscreen that is regulated by the Food and Drug Administration.
(3)If a student is unable to self-apply sunscreen, a volunteer school employee may apply the sunscreen on the student if the student's parent provides written consent for the assistance.
(4)A volunteer school employee who applies sunscreen on a student in compliance with Subsection
(3)and the volunteer school employee's employer are not liable for:
(a)an adverse reaction suffered by the student as a result of having the sunscreen applied; or
(b)discontinuing the application of the sunscreen at any time.
Amended by Chapter 354 , 2020 General Session