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PA SB1031

PA SB1031
Further providing for definitions, for practice without license prohibited, for eligibility requirements for examination, for limited licenses, for requirements of a school of cosmetology, for practice in licensed salons only, for booth rental prohibited, for sanitary rules and for fees; providing for municipal registration, business license and taxes; further providing for duration and renewal of licenses and for penalties; and providing for waiver of certain fees, fines and penalties.


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Introduced
01/08/2024
In Committee
06/27/2024
Crossed Over
06/27/2024
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Amending the act of May 3, 1933 (P.L.242, No.86), entitled "An act to promote the public health and safety by providing for examination, licensing and granting of permits for those who desire to engage in the profession of cosmetology; defining cosmetology, and regulating cosmetology salons, schools, students, apprentices, teachers, managers, manicurists and cosmetologists; conferring powers and duties upon the Commissioner of Professional and Occupational Affairs of the Department of State; providing for appeals to certain courts by applicants and licensees; and providing penalties," further providing for definitions, for practice without license prohibited, for eligibility requirements for examination, for limited licenses, for requirements of a school of cosmetology, for practice in licensed salons only, for booth rental prohibited, for sanitary rules and for fees; providing for municipal registration, business license and taxes; further providing for duration and renewal of licenses and for penalties; and providing for waiver of certain fees, fines and penalties.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Cosmetology Law to further provide definitions, requirements, and regulations for the practice of cosmetology, esthetics, nail technology, and natural hair braiding in Pennsylvania. Key changes include: - Defining natural hair braiding and exempting it from the requirement to obtain a cosmetology license. - Modifying the requirements for limited licenses in esthetics and nail technology, and eliminating the separate license for natural hair braiding. - Requiring schools of cosmetology to provide training on standard sanitary practices for natural hair braiding. - Prohibiting the rental of booth space in cosmetology, esthetics, and nail technology salons. - Providing for the waiver of any fees, fines, or penalties previously imposed on individuals or businesses related to the regulation of natural hair braiding prior to the effective date of this bill.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Labor and Employment

Sponsors (11)

Last Action

Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE (on 06/27/2024)

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