Professions and occupations; State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering; licenses and fees; extending sunset; modifying certain membership qualification under certain condition; effective date; emergency.
HB 3000 recreates Oklahoma's State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering until July 1, 2027, extending its operation beyond a previous sunset date. The bill specifies that the 11-member board must include one member from each congressional district (with adjustments for redistricting), plus at-large appointments, and requires members to have specific professional experience in cosmetology or barbering, or represent schools or the public. It mandates qualifications like minimum age, high school graduation, and active practice in the field, while prohibiting conflicts of interest (e.g., members cannot be from the same school or promote professional associations). This bill maintains the board's structure and oversight role for cosmetology and barbering licensing without introducing new regulations for practitioners.
Bill statussignedall 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
May 2026
House Passage
May 2026
Senate Passage
Apr 2026
Signed into Law
May 2026
Introduced Feb 2, 2026Signed May 12, 2026
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What changed between versions
Floor (House)→Floor (Senate)·1 edit
MINOR
The bill was amended to transition from a House floor version to a Senate floor version, primarily changing the committee report attribution from the Committee on Administrative Rules to the Committee on Health and Human Services. The substantive policy text regarding the Board of Cosmetology and Barbering, including member qualifications, sunset dates, and operational rules, remains identical in both versions.
TECHNICAL
The committee report footer was updated to reflect the bill's progression to the Senate, changing the responsible committee from 'Committee on Administrative Rules' to 'Committee on Health and Human Services'.
The bill was converted from a Senate chamber version to a House Floor version, which includes substantive amendments to the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering. The most significant change is the extension of the Board's sunset date from July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2031, ensuring the Board continues to operate for another six years. The text also clarifies the composition of the Board, specifying that it will have 11 members appointed by the Governor, including specific requirements for cosmetologists, barbers, and lay representatives, with provisions for adjusting appointments if congressional districts are redrawn.
Scope change
The bill's scope is extended by six years regarding the existence of the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering, and the membership requirements were clarified to ensure representation from specific professional backgrounds and geographic districts.
TIMELINE
The sunset date for the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering was extended from July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2031.
REQUIREMENT
The Board composition was explicitly defined as eleven members appointed by the Governor, including specific numbers of cosmetologists, barbers, and representatives from schools and the public.
New rules were added to handle congressional redistricting, ensuring that Board appointments align with new district lines while allowing current appointees to finish their terms.
TECHNICAL
The document format was updated from a Senate Chamber version to a House Floor version, including standard legislative headers and committee report details.
The amendment modifies the bill to grant the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering authority to remove employee licensing positions and replace them with facility inspector positions by January 1, 2028. Additionally, the language was adjusted to explicitly include the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering in the list of entities affected by the bill's provisions.
Scope change
The bill's scope was expanded to include the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering as a covered entity.
REQUIREMENT
Added a new requirement for the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering to remove two employee licensing positions and replace them with two facility inspector positions by January 1, 2028.
Changed the mandatory language ('shall') to permissive language ('may') regarding a specific action on Page 6, Line 22.
ELIGIBILITY
Modified the text to explicitly include the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering in the list of entities subject to the bill's changes.
The amendment modifies the enforcement authority of HB 3000 by changing a mandatory requirement to a discretionary one, allowing agencies to choose whether to take specific actions. Additionally, it introduces a new mandate requiring the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering to restructure its workforce by replacing two employee licensing positions with two facility inspector positions by January 1, 2028.
Scope change
The bill's scope expanded to include a specific workforce restructuring requirement for the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering.
ENFORCEMENT
Changed a mandatory action ('shall') to a discretionary action ('may') regarding the insertion of a specific word in the statute, giving agencies flexibility in enforcement.
REQUIREMENT
Added a new requirement for the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering to eliminate two employee licensing positions and replace them with two facility inspector positions by January 1, 2028.
The document is a legislative amendment record showing that Senator Bergstrom submitted a floor amendment to House Bill 3000 on April 16, 2026. The amendment modifies the bill's text to change the Board's authority from mandatory ('shall') to discretionary ('may') and adds the Board as an alternative entity alongside the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering for certain provisions. This indicates a procedural update to the bill's language rather than a substantive change to the bill's core policy or scope.
REQUIREMENT
Changed the requirement for the Board to carry out certain provisions from mandatory ('shall') to discretionary ('may'), giving the Board more flexibility in enforcement.
Added the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering as an alternative entity that may also carry out certain provisions alongside the Board.
The bill was updated to reflect a new floor substitute version, changing the page reference numbers and the specific sections of law being amended. The substantive scope of the bill remains focused on the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering, including membership qualifications and sunset dates, with no new policy requirements or funding changes introduced in this specific revision.
Scope change
The bill continues to apply to the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering and related professions, with no change in the overall scope or applicability.
TECHNICAL
Page reference numbers were updated from 3902 to 3949.
The introductory text was revised to list additional statutory sections (59 O.S. 2021, Section 4200.4) and to remove the mention of the Advisory Board on Massage Therapy.
Line numbers and formatting were adjusted throughout the document to align with the new floor substitute version.
House Committee Substitute→HB3000 (4-14-26) (BERGSTROM) FS FA1.PDF·5 edits
MODERATE
The bill was revised from a 'Committee Substitute' to a 'Floor Substitute' version, incorporating significant amendments to the Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering. The most critical change is the extension of the Board's sunset date from July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2031, ensuring the agency remains operational for six more years. Additionally, the Board's composition was expanded and modified to include specific representatives from law enforcement, massage therapy, and new geographic districts, while updating the practical experience requirements for members.
Scope change
The bill's scope was broadened to include the expiration and renewal of licenses, fees, and the establishment of a reinstatement fee, in addition to recreating the Board and extending its sunset date.
TIMELINE
The Board's sunset date was extended from July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2031, delaying the potential dissolution of the agency.
REQUIREMENT
New membership requirements mandate that specific board members have backgrounds in law enforcement, massage therapy, and reside in specific congressional districts.
The qualifications for board members were updated to include administrators of schools licensed to teach massage therapy alongside cosmetology and barbering.
SCOPE
The bill now explicitly covers the expiration and renewal of licenses, fee structures, and the establishment of a reinstatement fee.
ELIGIBILITY
Membership eligibility was adjusted to include a lay person who is not related to the cosmetology, barber, or massage therapy industries.
Engrossed→House Committee Substitute·3 edits
MINOR
The bill was converted from an 'Engrossed' version to a 'Committee Substitute,' indicating it has been amended by the House Committee. The most significant substantive change is the extension of the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering's sunset date from July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2031, ensuring the board continues to operate for six more years. The effective date of the act was also updated to July 1, 2026, aligning with the new sunset timeline. Additionally, the document header and footer were updated to reflect the new session and committee status.
Scope change
The bill's scope remains focused on the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering, but the duration of the board's operation is extended.
TIMELINE
The sunset date for the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering was extended from July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2031.
The effective date of the act was changed to July 1, 2026.
TECHNICAL
The document title and header were updated from 'Engrossed' to 'Committee Substitute' to reflect legislative amendments.
Amended And Engrossed→Engrossed·5 edits·Apr 29, 2026
MODERATE
The bill was amended to transition from a Senate-drafted version to a House-drafted version, which significantly expanded the scope of the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering. The new version adds specific requirements for board members to have practical experience in cosmetology and barbering, establishes new appointment rules based on congressional districts, and includes provisions for member reimbursement and reporting. These changes aim to ensure the board is composed of individuals with direct industry experience while modernizing the appointment process.
Scope change
The bill now explicitly covers the recreation of the Board, expiration and renewal of licenses, fees, and establishes new membership qualifications and appointment procedures.
REQUIREMENT
Added specific requirements for board members to have at least five years of continuous practical experience in cosmetology or barbering at the time of appointment.
Added a requirement for the Board to submit a full report to the Governor regarding receipts, expenditures, and work activities within thirty days after the end of each fiscal year.
ELIGIBILITY
Modified the appointment process to include one member from each congressional district and one at-large barber, with specific rules for handling redistricting.
FISCAL
Added provisions allowing the Board to receive reimbursement for actual and necessary traveling expenses as provided by the State Travel Reimbursement Act.
TIMELINE
Modified the sunset date for the Board's existence from July 1, 2025 to July 1, 2031.
Enrolled (final version)→Amended And Engrossed·4 edits·Apr 29, 2026
MODERATE
The bill was amended to expand the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering's scope by adding massage therapy to its regulatory duties and updating the board's composition to include a licensed massage therapist. The amendment also clarifies the sunset date for the board and adds specific requirements for board members to have practical experience in their respective fields.
Scope change
The bill's scope was expanded to include massage therapy provisions under the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering, which previously did not explicitly cover this profession in its mandate.
SCOPE
Added massage therapy to the list of professions regulated by the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering.
REQUIREMENT
Added a requirement for one board member to be a licensed massage therapist.
Added specific experience requirements for board members, including five years of continuous practical experience for cosmetology and barbering members.
TIMELINE
Updated the sunset date for the board from July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2031.
The bill was finalized into its enrolled version, expanding its scope to include massage therapy and license fee regulations. Key substantive changes include extending the Board's sunset date to 2031, adding a new law enforcement or human trafficking victim services member, and requiring specific geographic representation for cosmetologists and barbers across different congressional districts. The final version also clarifies conflict-of-interest rules and updates the list of required board qualifications.
Scope change
The bill's scope expanded from solely regulating cosmetology and barbering to explicitly include massage therapy provisions and license fee structures.
TIMELINE
The Board's sunset date was extended from July 1, 2025 to July 1, 2031.
ELIGIBILITY
A new requirement was added for one board member to have a background in law enforcement or work with organizations serving human trafficking victims.
REQUIREMENT
New geographic requirements mandate that cosmetologist and barber members be residents of specific congressional districts (CD 1, 3, 5 for cosmetology; CD 2, 4 for barbering).
Conflict-of-interest rules were strengthened to prohibit members from being related to anyone in the cosmetology, barber, or massage therapy industries.
SCOPE
The bill text was expanded to cover massage therapy licensing, reinstatement fees, and authority over license expiration and renewal.
TECHNICAL
Minor formatting and citation updates were made to align with standard enrolled bill procedures.
Floor votes · Senate Apr 29, 2026 · House Mar 12, 2026
How they voted
26–19
Passed · 5 other
Total votes 50
Apr 29, 2026
D
Democratic9
8 Nay1
88% Nay
R
Republican41
26 Yea11 Nay4
63% Yea
Your representatives
Vote distribution
All YeaAll NayMixedNo data
79–8
Passed · 13 other
Total votes 100
Mar 12, 2026
D
Democratic18
14 Yea4
77% Yea
R
Republican82
65 Yea8 Nay9
79% Yea
Your representatives
Vote distribution
All YeaAll NayMixedNo data
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
26
Key actions
10
Committee
5
Amendments
1
May 12, 2026
Signed into law
Approved by Governor 05/12/2026
lower
May 6, 2026
Executive-Receipt
Sent to Governor
lower
May 6, 2026
Other
Enrolled measure signed, returned to House
upper
May 6, 2026
Other
Enrolled, signed, to Senate
lower
May 6, 2026
Committee
Referred for enrollment
lower
May 6, 2026
Lower · Passed
Fourth Reading, Measure and Emergency Passed: Ayes: 79 Nays: 10
lower
May 6, 2026
Lower · Passed
SA's read, adopted
lower
Apr 29, 2026
Other
SA's received
lower
Apr 29, 2026
Upper · Passed
Engrossed to House
upper
Apr 29, 2026
Committee
Referred for engrossment
upper
Apr 29, 2026
Upper · Passed
Emergency passed: Ayes: 33 Nays: 11
upper
Apr 29, 2026
Upper · Passed
Measure passed: Ayes: 25 Nays: 19
upper
Apr 29, 2026
Introduced
General Order, Amended by Floor Substitute
upper
Apr 13, 2026
Other
Placed on General Order
upper
Apr 8, 2026
Upper · Passed
Reported Do Pass Health and Human Services committee; CR filed
upper
Apr 1, 2026
Reading-2
Second Reading referred to Health and Human Services
upper
Mar 16, 2026
Introduced
First Reading
upper
Mar 16, 2026
Lower · Passed
Engrossed, signed, to Senate
lower
Mar 12, 2026
Committee
Referred for engrossment
lower
Mar 12, 2026
Lower · Passed
Third Reading, Measure and Emergency passed: Ayes: 79 Nays: 8
lower
Mar 12, 2026
Other
General Order
lower
Feb 25, 2026
Other
Authored by Senator Bergstrom (principal Senate author)
lower
Feb 25, 2026
Lower · Passed
CR; Do Pass, amended by committee substitute Administrative Rules Committee
