Bill > HB705

This bill creates the Cosmetology Licensure Compact, a multi-state agreement designed to facilitate interstate practice for cosmetologists while maintaining professional standards and public safety. The compact establishes a framework for cosmetologists to obtain a multistate license that allows them to practice in multiple participating states, reducing licensing barriers and improving workforce mobility. Key provisions include creating a centralized data system to track licensee information, establishing uniform requirements for multistate licensure, and setting up a Cosmetology Licensure Compact Commission to oversee implementation. The compact aims to support licensed cosmetologists, particularly military members and their spouses, by streamlining the process of practicing across state lines. Important features include background checks, uniform licensing standards, investigative information sharing between states, and a mechanism for disciplinary actions. The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation will serve as the state's compact administrator, and the state can withdraw from the compact through a gubernatorial proclamation. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2026, providing time for implementation and for other states to potentially join the compact.

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