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This bill, known as the SALONS Stories Act, aims to incentivize states to integrate domestic violence prevention training into the licensing process for cosmetologists and barbers. Specifically, the bill would provide a potential 10% increase in grant funding to states that require individuals seeking cosmetology or barber licenses to complete free training provided by a nonprofit anti-domestic violence organization. This training would focus on recognizing signs of domestic violence, responding appropriately, and referring clients to victim resources. To qualify for the grant increase, a state must have a law mandating such training, and an eligible state can receive the increased funding for up to three years. The bill authorizes $5 million in appropriations annually from fiscal years 2026 through 2032 to support these grant increases. The training is designed to leverage the unique position of salon professionals, who often have close personal interactions with clients and may be well-positioned to recognize and respond to potential domestic violence situations.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4040/all-info