Arkansas § 6-18-714 - Use of sunscreen.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 6-18-714 — Use of sunscreen., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6-18-714. Use of sunscreen.
A student may possess and use a topical sunscreen to avoid overexposure to the sun without written authorization from a parent, legal guardian, or healthcare professional while on school property or at a school-related event or activity if the sunscreen is approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration for over-the-counter use. A member of school personnel may assist a student in the application of sunscreen with the permission of a parent or guardian. This section does not: Require a member of school personnel to assist a student in the application of sunscreen; or Create any liability or immunity for a school or a member of school personnel. The Division of Youth Services is exempt from this section.
Source: official Arkansas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 6-18-714
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 6-18-714 cover?
Section 6-18-714 ("Use of sunscreen.") is part of the Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Arkansas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arkansas § 6-18-714?
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