AN ACT relating to barbering.
What changed between versions
The definition of 'barbering' was expanded to explicitly include facial and scalp massages, treatments with oils or creams, shampooing, pressing, arranging, dressing, styling, dyeing, applying tonics, and applying lotions, powders, oils, clays, or other preparations to the neck or head.
The definition of 'barber' was updated to include anyone engaging in barbering for the public generally or for consideration, removing previous restrictions.
New definitions were added for 'independent contract owner' and 'lapse fees' to clarify the status of those who lease booth space and the fees associated with expired licenses.
The requirement for voting board members to be at least 23 years of age and have at least 5 years of experience in the practice of barbering was removed.
The apprentice licensing requirements were streamlined; the previous requirement for a high school diploma or equivalent was removed, and the list of qualifying conditions was reorganized.
Exemptions for medical professionals were clarified to include commissioned medical or surgical personnel of the US Armed Forces performing incidental practices.
The bill was renumbered from '26 RS BR 1436' to '26 RS HB 273/GA', indicating a shift in legislative process or sponsorship.