Bill > H2440

This bill aims to protect children under 18 from purchasing diet pills and muscle-building supplements by establishing comprehensive restrictions on their sale. The legislation defines key terms such as "dietary supplements" and "over-the-counter diet pills" and applies to both physical retail establishments and online sellers. Retail stores must limit product access, keeping such supplements behind counters or in locked cases, and are required to request identification from customers who appear to be under 18. For online and delivery sellers, additional verification steps are mandated, including requiring an adult 18 or older to sign for deliveries, verify age through government-issued photo ID, and confirm the purchaser's identity using independent databases. The bill empowers the Attorney General to seek injunctions against violators and impose civil penalties up to $1,000 for non-compliance. When determining whether a supplement falls under these restrictions, officials will consider factors like ingredient composition, labeling language, and marketing claims related to weight loss or muscle building. The overall intent is to prevent young people from accessing potentially harmful dietary supplements that could negatively impact their health and development.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2440