Sub. H.B. No. 189 Summary

• Restructures the State Board of Cosmetology to become the State Cosmetology and Barber Board with expanded membership including barber representatives and a tanning facility owner.

• Modifies cosmetology licensing by creating "advanced" license tiers, establishing boutique services registration, and introducing special event permits and apprenticeship programs for cosmetologists.

• Updates safety and sanitation standards (now called "infection control") for salons and schools, requiring porous instruments to be disposed of after single use and annual review of standards.

• Establishes new endorsement licensing pathway (Section 4713.341) for out-of-state cosmetologists and creates provisions for independent contractor registration and temporary work permits.

• Introduces apprenticeship program allowing individuals to train in licensed salons under experienced practitioners while attending approved schools, with compensation requirements and fee structures specified.