Massachusetts bill H2440 aims to protect children from harmful diet pills and muscle-building supplements.

Massachusetts bill H2440 seeks to safeguard children from harmful diet pills and muscle-building supplements by prohibiting sales to individuals under 18 years old. It mandates that retail establishments verify the age of buyers through government-issued identification and restricts access to these products to prevent unauthorized purchases. Delivery sellers, including online retailers, must ensure buyers are at least 18 years old and use age verification databases. The bill also allows for civil penalties of up to $1,000 for violations.

Massachusetts bill H2440 aims to protect children from harmful diet pills and muscle-building supplements.

Massachusetts bill H2440 seeks to safeguard children from harmful diet pills and muscle-building supplements by prohibiting sales to individuals under 18 years old. It mandates that retail establishments verify the age of buyers through government-issued identification and restricts access to these products to prevent unauthorized purchases. Delivery sellers, including online retailers, must ensure buyers are at least 18 years old and use age verification databases. The bill also allows for civil penalties of up to $1,000 for violations.