HF 1031

1st Engrossment - 90th Legislature (2017 - 2018)

Posted on 03/26/2018 04:27 p.m.

A bill for an act
relating to public health; requiring a disclaimer from entities selling ophthalmic
goods and services through the Internet; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota
Statutes, chapter 145.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA:

Section 1.

new text begin [145.7132] INTERNET VISION SCREENING; DISCLAIMER
REQUIRED.
new text end

new text begin Any entity that provides vision testing and prescriptions for ophthalmic goods through
an Internet Web site must, prior to conducting a vision test, provide a disclaimer to the
customer stating that the Web site test is not a substitute for a comprehensive eye health
examination, and that the customer should consult an optometrist or ophthalmologist for a
complete vision screening or comprehensive eye examination. The customer must
acknowledge receipt of the disclaimer before proceeding with the vision test on the Web
site.
new text end