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MA S190
Requiring domestic violence and sexual assault education for certain occupations
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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to require domestic violence and sexual assault education for certain licensed occupations. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
AI Summary
This bill requires domestic violence and sexual assault education for certain licensed occupations, such as aestheticians, barbers, cosmetologists, electrolysis or manicurists. All applicants for a new license or license renewal must complete 1 hour of domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education as part of their educational requirements. The bill also provides liability protections for licensed professionals and their employers who act in good faith or fail to act on information obtained during the course of their employment concerning potential domestic violence or sexual assault. The licensing board has the discretion to waive the continuing education requirement under certain circumstances, such as financial hardship or military service. The board is also tasked with establishing a process for verifying the completion of the required education and developing standards for the education courses and instructors.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a new draft, see S2678 (on 02/10/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S190 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/S190.pdf |
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