Bill > H5833

This bill amends existing law to allow licensed hairdressers, barbers, and cosmetology professionals to provide services at the homes of individuals with special needs or sensory-related disorders, in addition to the existing provisions for homebound individuals. Currently, the law already permits licensed professionals to provide services at home for people who are homebound (as defined by Medicare eligibility) or with verification from a healthcare professional. The bill specifically adds language to explicitly include individuals with special needs or sensory-related disorders or differences, enabling these professionals to visit such individuals' homes to provide haircuts, hairdressing, and related services. This expansion recognizes that some people with special needs or sensory-related conditions might find it challenging to visit a traditional hair salon and could benefit from receiving services in a more comfortable, familiar environment. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage, meaning the new provision becomes law as soon as it is signed.

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