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MA H4427

MA H4427
To mandate domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education for aestheticians, barbers, cosmetologists, electrologists, hairdressers, manicurists, and massage therapists


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Introduced
04/19/2018
In Committee
04/19/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

To mandate domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education for aestheticians, barbers, cosmetologists, electrologists, hairdressers, manicurists, and massage therapists

AI Summary

This bill mandates domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education for aestheticians, barbers, cosmetologists, electrologists, hairdressers, manicurists, and massage therapists. It requires cosmetology schools to provide at least one hour of such training as a graduation requirement. The bill also encourages the voluntary use of a free standardized online training program on these issues. Additionally, it provides liability protection for these professionals and their employers when they act in good faith based on information obtained during their work regarding potential domestic violence or sexual assault, unless their actions constitute willful, wanton, or reckless conduct.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Last Action

No further action taken (on 01/01/2019)

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