2018 Maryland Code
Education
Division II - Elementary and Secondary Education
Title 7 - Public Schools
Subtitle 4 - Health and Safety of Students
§ 7-442. Student sunscreen use
(a) Sunscreen defined. -- In this section, "sunscreen" means a topical sunscreen product that is:
(1) Used to prevent the effects of overexposure to the sun and not for medical treatment of an injury or illness; and
(2) Approved by the federal Food and Drug Administration for over-the-counter use.
(b) Written policy. -- Each county board shall adopt a written policy authorizing a student to possess and use sunscreen on school property or at a school-sponsored activity without written permission from a health care provider.
(c) Education about sunscreen, sun safety, and school policy. -- Each county board shall encourage public schools to educate students about sunscreen, sun safety, and the policy established under subsection (b) of this section.