Missouri legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Missouri HB2653: Allows students to apply sunscreen at school
Status: In committee, May 15, 2026
What the bill says
To amend chapter 167, RSMo, by adding thereto one new section relating to sunscreen. Section A. Chapter 167, RSMo, is amended by adding thereto one new section, to be known as section 167.628, to read as follows: 167.628. 1. As used in this section, "sunscreen" means a compound topically applied to prevent sunburn. 2. A public school, which includes a charter school, shall permit a student, without a parent or physician's authorization, to possess and self-apply sunscreen that is regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. 3. If a student is unable to self-apply sunscreen, a school emp.
From the introduced text:
To amend chapter 167, RSMo, by adding thereto one new section relating to sunscreen. Section A. Chapter 167, RSMo, is amended by adding thereto one new section, to be known as section 167.628, to read as follows: 167.628. 1. As used in this section, "sunscreen" means a compound topically applied to prevent sunburn. 2. A public school, which includes a charter school, shall permit a student, without a parent or physician's authorization, to possess and self-apply sunscreen that is regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. 3. If a student is unable to self-apply sunscreen, a school employee may apply the sunscreen on the student if the student's parent or guardian provides written consent for such assistance. 4. A school employee who applies sunscreen on a student in compliance with subsection 3 of this section, as well as the employee's employer, shall not be liable for: (1) An adverse reaction suffered by the student as a result of having the sunscreen applied; or (2) Discontinuing the application of the sunscreen at any time. ✔ EXPLANATION -- Matter enclosed in bold-faced brackets [thus] in the above bill is not enacted and is intended to be omitted from the law. Matter in bold-face type in the above bill is proposed language.
Sponsors
- George Hruza (R, 089) · primary sponsor