Bill > S03921

This bill directs the commissioner of parks, recreation and historic preservation to make sunscreen available at the entrances of all state parks, recreational facilities, historic sites, and programs, as well as other locations at the commissioner's discretion. The bill defines "sunscreen" specifically as any topical sunscreen product approved by the federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for over-the-counter use to prevent sun overexposure, explicitly excluding products intended for medical treatment. This legislation builds upon existing requirements for the parks department to develop informational signs and brochures about sun exposure risks, now adding a practical step of providing sunscreen to help park visitors protect themselves from potential skin cancer. The bill will take effect 120 days after becoming law, with immediate authorization for preparing necessary rules and regulations to implement the new requirement.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S3921