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NJ A1925

Bill

Status

Engrossed

9/26/2024

Primary Sponsor

Ellen Park

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Origin

General Assembly

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the New Jersey State Board of Cosmetology and Hairstyling to administer professional licensing examinations in English plus the four other most commonly spoken languages in the state

  • Mandates the Division of Consumer Affairs consult the American Community Survey from the U.S. Census Bureau to identify the four most commonly spoken non-English languages and publish them on its website

  • Requires verification and updating of the four additional language options at least every five years

  • Permits the use of a translator for practicing licensees seeking examination assistance, subject to board discretion and compliance with state law (P.L.2023, c.263)

  • Takes effect on the first day of the 12th month following enactment

Legislative Description

Modifies languages that examinations are to be conducted in for applicants seeking professional license issued by New Jersey State Board of Cosmetology and Hairstyling.

Commerce

Last Action

Received in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee

9/30/2024

Committee Referrals

Commerce9/30/2024
Regulated Professions1/9/2024

Full Bill Text

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