Relating to the prohibited retail sale and provision to minors of certain over-the-counter weight loss drugs and dietary supplements; providing a civil penalty.
SB 566 prohibits retailers from selling or providing over-the-counter weight loss drugs or dietary supplements marketed for weight loss or muscle building to minors. The bill defines covered products as those containing specific ingredients (like creatine or green tea extract) or making weight/muscle-related claims in labeling, marketing, or store categorization. Retailers violating this law face civil penalties, with enforcement focused on products explicitly promoted for weight loss or muscle building. The law directly affects minors and businesses selling these products in Texas.
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Dec 2024
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Introduced Dec 12, 2024
Last action Feb 3, 2025
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Feb 3, 2025
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