Just this weekend California Governor, Jerry Brown, signed into law that it is illegal for 14-18 year olds to use a tanning bed. California is the first state to ever make this far of a restriction on tanning bed, except Brazil banned tanning beds all together.
Four years ago Senator Ted Lieu tried to pass this law. He is glad to see that his efforts finally paid off. He also states that he believes it will save lives and prevent unnecessary suffering.
Before this law was into effect, 14-18 year olds had to have a parent or legal guardians permission too use any kind of tanning bed. That is no longer allowed. The only way a 14-18 year old can use a tanning bed they must have a doctors note, but you are still allowed to get a spray tan. Spray tans have no harm towards you in anyway.
More than 20 studies show that when people use a tanning bed they have a 75% chance of getting skin cancer. Also most studies show that the more you tan in a short amount of time the worst it is on your skin.
Personally, if i lived in California i would be very unhappy with this law. My mom doesn't let me tan anyways, but if she was to let me tan it would be for a special occasion. Many people abuse the tanning bed by using it everyday, but i still think that they shouldn't limit people for using things. Just think of all the people in California that will be out of jobs now.
http://www.cnn.com/2011/10/09/health/california-tanning-law/index.html?hpt=hp_t2
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Good choice of topics! I am surprised at this law. Well done!