Why not change the age restrictions for other rules?

Sen. Janea Newbry opposes the state mandating a minimum age to use tanning beds [“Bill would limit salon tans to adults,” NWSaturday, Feb. 4].

She says “If parents aren’t the correct arbiter, then what are we saying as a state?”And she’s concerned with private-sector businesses staying alive. Good points, senator.

My 12-year-old son would like to drive, and I don’t have a problem with that. I’m sure he could pass the test and would be a great driver. How about you introducing a bill to get rid of the minimum age for driving, as long as the parents give their consent?

And I’m sure that he would drink responsibly as well, so while you’re at it, would you also amend that pesky requirement that requires tavern patrons to be 21? That way he could drive his fellow seventh-graders to the local watering hole, and all of them could spend their allowances supporting our private sector.

— Laura Billington, Maple Valley