H.R. 10140 — SPF Act of 2026

This section states findings that the National Cancer Institute estimates 100,640 new cases of skin melanomas and 8,290 related deaths in 2024. It notes sunscreen effectiveness when paired with limiting sun exposure and wearing protective clothing, FDA guidance that only broad-spectrum products with SPF of at least 15 protect against skin cancer and early aging, National Park Service recommendations for nonnanotized mineral-based sunscreens, sunscreen use rising to 69 percent of Americans in 2020 from 60 percent in 2000, and public misconceptions including 67 percent incorrectly believing SPF 30 provides twice the protection of SPF 15.

This section requires the Director of the National Park Service to submit a report within one year of enactment to the House Committee on Natural Resources outlining options for providing mineral-based broad-spectrum sunscreen and other sun protection methods at low or no cost in national parks. The report must address environmental impacts, equitable usability across all skin tones, a public awareness plan on skin cancer prevention, and legislative recommendations for Congress.