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This bill creates a Cosmetology Licensure Compact, which is an interstate agreement designed to streamline professional licensing for cosmetologists across participating states. The compact allows cosmetologists to obtain a multistate license that enables them to practice in other member states without obtaining separate state-specific licenses. Key provisions include establishing a Cosmetology Licensure Compact Commission to oversee the implementation, creating a uniform data system for tracking licensee information, and setting standards for multistate licensing. The compact aims to enhance professional mobility for cosmetologists, particularly supporting military members and their spouses who frequently relocate, while maintaining public safety through consistent licensing requirements and information sharing between states. Member states must have mechanisms to investigate complaints, require competency examinations, and participate in a shared data system that tracks licensee information and adverse actions. The compact becomes effective when seven states have enacted the legislation, and it provides a framework for interstate cooperation in cosmetology regulation, potentially reducing bureaucratic barriers for professionals while ensuring public protection.

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https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=1619&year=2025