Bill > HB1782

This bill prohibits the sale of over-the-counter (OTC) diet pills to individuals under 18 years of age in Arkansas, establishing specific requirements for retail establishments. The bill defines OTC diet pills as drugs marketed for weight loss that can be sold without a prescription, including products with drug fact panels containing approved or regulated ingredients. Retail establishments, which include physical stores like pharmacies and grocery stores as well as online vendors, are required to request valid identification from any person who appears to be under 18 and who is attempting to purchase these diet pills. Violations of this prohibition are considered a deceptive trade practice under existing state law, with potential penalties including fines up to $2,000 per incident. The Department of Health is authorized to create additional rules to implement the law, including determining which specific diet pills fall under these restrictions. The bill aims to protect minors from potentially harmful weight loss medications by preventing their unauthorized purchase and use.

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https://arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail?id=hb1782&ddBienniumSession=2025%2F2025R