The proposed General Assembly Raised Bill No. 227 seeks to regulate the sale of over-the-counter diet pills and dietary supplements aimed at weight loss or muscle building, specifically prohibiting their sale to individuals under eighteen years of age. Retail establishments are mandated to verify the legal age of purchasers, allowing for transaction scans to confirm age, with the stipulation that only certain information, such as the buyer's name and date of birth, may be retained and not used for marketing purposes. Additionally, delivery sellers must ensure that shipments are signed for by an adult who can provide proof of age. Violations of these regulations could lead to civil penalties enforced by the Commissioner of Consumer Protection.

Furthermore, the bill enhances consumer protection by allowing courts to issue injunctions against violations without needing proof of injury or damage, and it outlines criteria for determining the marketing intent of these products. It also introduces legal protections for healthcare providers involved in reproductive and gender-affirming care, ensuring that disciplinary actions from other states do not impact their licensure in Connecticut if based solely on legally protected health care activities. The bill allows for prescription practices to include the healthcare facility's name and address instead of the provider's name, enhancing privacy. These changes are set to take effect on October 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill: 20-614, 20-617