NY Governor Signs Bill; Prohibits Use of Indoor Tanning Devices for New Yorkers Under 17

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed a bill into law that will prohibit the use of indoor tanning devices for all New Yorkers under the age of 17. The bills A 1074 and S 2917 will still require parental consent for 17 year olds for the use of indoor tanning devices. “Exposure to UV radiation can be extremely harmful, particularly for younger people, and this new law will help protect teenagers from the heightened risk of skin cancer that can come from using indoor tanning devices," Cuomo said. "This legislation recognizes that many tanning salons are small businesses facing economic challenges; however, protecting our children must always be our first priority."

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