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NJ S3868
Requires cosmetology and hairstyling licensees to complete domestic violence sensitivity and response training.
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Introduced
11/18/2024
11/18/2024
In Committee
11/18/2024
11/18/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires any person who holds a license to practice cosmetology and hairstyling, barbering, beauty culture, manicuring, hair braiding, or skin care specialty to complete one hour of domestic violence sensitivity and response training prior to the completion of a course of instruction, vocational program, or other approved program in cosmetology and hairstyling. The bill requires the New Jersey State Board of Cosmetology and Hairstyling to establish criteria and standards for domestic violence sensitivity and response training for practicing licensees. The training is required to include, but shall not be limited to, information concerning recognizing the signs of abuse and assault and the resources available to victims of domestic violence. The bill requires the board to issue regulations regarding the additional requirements for, and the approval of providers of, domestic violence sensitivity and response training. In addition, the bill requires the board, in conjunction with a provider of domestic violence sensitivity and response training, to develop, regularly update, and make available on the Division of Consumer Affairs website in English, Spanish, Korean, and the three languages next most commonly spoken in the State, a presentation on domestic violence prevention and intervention appropriate for those licensed by the board and to notify applicants for renewal of licensure of how to access the presentation. The bill also requires the board to provide information to licensees on where to obtain materials to educate consumers domestic violence. Pursuant to the provisions of the bill, a practicing licensee or the practicing licensee's employer will not be civilly or criminally liable for acting in good faith or failing to act on information obtained during the course of employment concerning potential domestic violence or sexual assault.
AI Summary
This bill requires cosmetology and hairstyling licensees in New Jersey to complete one hour of domestic violence sensitivity and response training before completing their professional training program. The New Jersey State Board of Cosmetology and Hairstyling must establish criteria for this training, which will include recognizing signs of abuse and assault and understanding resources available to domestic violence victims. The board is mandated to develop a multilingual (English, Spanish, Korean, and three other most common state languages) presentation on domestic violence prevention and intervention, which will be made available on the Division of Consumer Affairs website. Licensees will also receive information on how to educate consumers about domestic violence. Importantly, the bill includes a liability protection clause, ensuring that licensees and their employers cannot be civilly or criminally liable for good faith actions or inactions related to potential domestic violence or sexual assault information encountered during work. The goal of this legislation is to increase awareness and provide support for potential domestic violence victims within the cosmetology and hairstyling professional community.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee (on 11/18/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S3868 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S4000/3868_I1.HTM |
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