Cosmetology; requiring certain continuing education; promulgating rules. Effective date.

SB 532 requires cosmetology and barbering license holders in Oklahoma to complete 12 hours of approved continuing education every 24 months to renew their licenses, starting January 1, 2026. This directly affects all currently licensed cosmetologists, barbers, and related professionals seeking renewal or reactivation. The State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering must create rules specifying required continuing education topics and subjects. The bill takes effect November 1, 2025, with the new education requirement beginning in 2026.