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NJ A4299
NJ A4299Creates new level of barbering license and apprenticeships in barbering, and establishes limits to hours of instruction for certain barbering training.
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Introduced
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
In Committee
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill establishes a general barbering license and a barbering apprenticeship. As a general barber, an individual can perform the following services: (1) shampooing, cutting, including clipper cutting, and styling of the hair; (2) shaving or trimming of the beard, mustache, or other facial hair; and (3) massaging, cleansing, or stimulating the face. In the bill, a barbering or general barbering apprenticeship is two years. To be a barbering or general barbering apprentice, an individual has to show proof of being at least 17 years of age, of good moral character, and of being free of any communicable, contagious or infectious disease. A shop approved by the board to host an apprenticeship is to meet requirements established in current law and in the bill in regards to licensure as a shop and the employment of the proper professionals to oversee the management of the shop. An apprenticeship, under the bill, can be for an individual seeking a barbering license or a general barbering license. Upon completion of the apprenticeship, an individual is given the option to apply for licensure by the board. Lastly, hours to train as a general barber are established in the bill to not exceed 550 hours of instruction. As part of the 550 hours of instruction, general barbering applicants are to be trained in shears-over-comb techniques, shop management, ethics, and a review of State laws and regulations.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a new "general barber" license and a barbering apprenticeship program, while also setting a limit of 550 hours for general barber training. The general barber license allows individuals to perform services such as shampooing, cutting (including clipper cutting), styling hair, shaving or trimming beards and mustaches, and massaging or cleansing the face. A barbering apprenticeship, whether for a general barber or a traditional barber, will last two years and requires apprentices to be at least 17 years old, of good moral character, and free of communicable diseases. Shops approved to host apprenticeships must meet specific licensing and staffing requirements. Upon completing an apprenticeship, individuals can apply for licensure. The bill also specifies that general barber training must include instruction in shears-over-comb techniques, shop management, ethics, and a review of state laws and regulations.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Regulated Professions Committee (on 02/19/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/A4299 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A4500/4299_I1.HTM |
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