Bill > SF2428

This bill modifies requirements for cosmetology and hair technician training in Minnesota, with a specific focus on ensuring comprehensive education about textured hair. The bill defines "textured hair" as hair that is coiled, curly, or wavy, and mandates that cosmetology and hair technician training programs include detailed theoretical and clinical instruction covering different hair types, including various curl, coil, and wave patterns, hair strand thicknesses, and volumes. The changes require cosmetology schools to provide training that demonstrates knowledge of working with diverse hair textures, ensuring that students learn techniques and safety procedures applicable to all hair types. The bill amends several sections of Minnesota Statutes related to licensing qualifications, training standards, and educational prerequisites for hair technicians and cosmetologists. By explicitly including textured hair training in the curriculum, the legislation aims to improve professional education and ensure that practitioners are competent in serving clients with a wide range of hair textures. The bill also repeals a previous section of law, indicating an update to existing cosmetology education standards, with the changes set to become effective on August 1, 2025.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF2428&ssn=0&y=2025