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MS HB1161

MS HB1161
Mobile barbershops; authorize licensed barbers to operate.


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Introduced
01/19/2026
In Committee
01/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/03/2026

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act To Authorize Licensed Barbers To Operate A Mobile Barbershop; To Define Certain Terms Relating To Mobile Barbershops; To Authorize The State Board Of Barber Examiners To Issue Permits For The Operation Of Mobile Barbershops; To Require That A Representative Of The Board Conduct An Inspection Of The Mobile Barbershop Before A Permit Is Issued; To Require That A Permit To Operate A Mobile Barbershop Be Annually Renewed; To Require That A Mobile Barbershop Permitee Maintain A Written Or Electronic Record Of Each Street Address Where Barbering Services Will Be Provided At The Mobile Barbershop During Any Two-week Period; To Require That A Licensed Barber Be In Charge And Present At All Times During The Operation Of A Mobile Barbershop, And Is Responsible For All Barbering Services Provided At The Mobile Barbershop; To Require A Mobile Barbershop Permitee To Notify The Board In Writing Within Thirty Days Of The Last Day Of Operations When A Mobile Barbershop Ceases To Operate; To Provide That A Mobile Barbershop Permit Is Not Transferable; To Provide That A Barber Who Violates Any Provision Of This Section Or Any Regulation Promulgated By The Board Under This Section Is Subject To Disciplinary Action As May Be Determined By The Board; And For Related Purposes.

AI Summary

This bill authorizes licensed barbers to operate mobile barbershops, which are defined as self-contained units for barbering services that can be moved from place to place, including portable barber operations that provide services at temporary locations like client homes. To operate a mobile barbershop, a licensed barber must obtain a permit from the State Board of Barber Examiners, which requires an initial inspection of the mobile unit and annual renewal. Permittees must maintain a record of all locations where services are provided over a two-week period, have a licensed barber present and in charge at all times, and notify the board within 30 days if operations cease. The permit is not transferable, and violations of the bill's provisions or board regulations can lead to disciplinary action. This new framework for mobile barbershops will take effect on July 1, 2026, with an exception for licensed barbers providing services in nursing homes or community residential care facilities.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Died In Committee (on 02/03/2026)

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