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WV HB4793

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

3/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Tresa Howell

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Lowers the minimum age for barber and cosmetologist apprentices from 16 to 14 years old in West Virginia
  • Apprentices must work under direct supervision of a licensed barber or cosmetologist at all times and cannot practice independently
  • Applicants must be in high school or have a diploma/GED, possess good moral character, and obtain a health certificate from a licensed physician
  • Sponsors must hold a current barber or cosmetologist license with at least five years of experience working in a shop
  • The Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists retains authority to establish program requirements, examination procedures, and fee schedules through rulemaking

Legislative Description

Creating the Barber Apprentice Program

Boards and Commissions

Last Action

Communicated to Senate

3/14/2026

Committee Referrals

Government Organization3/4/2026
Government Organization2/11/2026
Government Administration1/23/2026
Government Organization1/23/2026

Full Bill Text

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