# Education (GED)

## Title 7. Public Schools

### Subtitle 4. Health and Safety of Students

#### Section 7-442

(a) 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) 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) Each county board shall encourage public schools to educate students about sunscreen, sun safety, and the policy established under subsection (b) of this section.

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Md. Code Ann., Educ. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)