The author recounts his experience in ascertaining laser use regulations on a state-by-state basis. He concludes state laser regulation is more widespread and varied than expected; and there is no comprehensive reference available to laser safety professionals. He recommends the Laser Institute of America consider a project using volunteer laser safety professionals to establish and maintain such a reference for the membership at-large.

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Committee Meeting Minutes, Arkansas State Board of Cosmetology, January 17, 2006.
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Laser Use, Workforce Safety and Insurance [North Dakota], June 2003
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Alaska Construction Code, Section 05.040(e)
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18 AAC 50 Air Quality Control, Adoption Draft, Department of Environmental Conservation [Alaska], p. 47 and 51, May 28, 2004
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Wisconsin Legislature Data, 941.299 Restrictions on the use of laser pointers, download 10/17/2006
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Idaho Statutes, Title 54, Professions, Vocations, and Businesses, Chapter 51 Naturopathic Physicians Licensing Act, download 10/17/2006
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Alaska Hunting Regulations 2006–2007, General hunting restrictions, p. 15.
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Use of Laser Equipment by Health Professionals, Position Statement of the Michigan Department of Community Health, 12/5/05.
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