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NJ S4540
Concerns licensure of persons in New Jersey who provide professional barbering services in another state or foreign country.
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Introduced
05/29/2025
05/29/2025
In Committee
05/29/2025
05/29/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill provides that persons who, prior to moving to New Jersey, rendered barbering services in another state or foreign country that does not issue licenses to provide barbering services, may qualify for a provisional permit under the three-year pilot program, which was established in P.L.2019, c.20 (C.45:5B-28) and is extended for an additional three years. The pilot program is applicable to a pilot city, which is defined to mean Elizabeth, Passaic, Paterson, and Perth Amboy. Under the bill, a provisional permit issued under the pilot program is to be valid for a period of 120 days and is subject to an extension if the applicant continues to meet the criteria of the pilot program and the application for issuance of a license remains pending. Under current law, the three-year pilot program applies only to those persons who possess a license to render barbering services in another state or foreign country and who meet certain other criteria.
AI Summary
This bill expands New Jersey's existing pilot program for barbering licensure to help professionals from other states or countries more easily obtain a license to practice in the state. Specifically, the bill extends the three-year pilot program initially established in 2019 and broadens its scope to include not just barbers with existing licenses from other jurisdictions, but also those who have provided barbering services in states or countries that do not issue professional licenses. The program will continue to be limited to four specific cities: Elizabeth, Passaic, Paterson, and Perth Amboy. Under the new provisions, eligible individuals can obtain a provisional permit valid for 120 days, which can be extended if they are still in the process of obtaining a full license and continue to meet the program's criteria. The provisional permit allows these barbers to work legally while awaiting full licensure, provided they are under the direct supervision of a licensed New Jersey barber and have made a good faith effort to obtain a full state license. The bill aims to provide a pathway for experienced barbers from jurisdictions with different licensing standards to enter the New Jersey workforce more easily.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee (on 05/29/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S4540 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S5000/4540_I1.HTM |
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