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WV HB5087
Bill
Status
Enrolled
3/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Dana Ferrell
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AI Summary
- Establishes the Interstate Cosmetology Licensure Compact allowing licensed cosmetologists to practice across member states through a multistate license issued by their home state
- Creates the Cosmetology Licensure Compact Commission as a joint government agency with delegates from each member state to administer the compact, adopt rules, collect fees, and maintain a data system for licensee information
- Requires member states to license and regulate cosmetology, conduct background checks or review disciplinary history, share adverse action information, and participate in the compact's data system
- Allows cosmetologists to maintain their home state designation during active military service or spousal military assignment, facilitating license portability for military families
- Grants each member state authority to investigate complaints and take adverse actions against a licensee's authorization to practice within that state, while only the home state can take action against the multistate license itself
Legislative Description
Relating to Interstate Cosmetology Licensure Compact.
Boards and Commissions
Last Action
House received Senate message
3/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Government Organization3/5/2026
Government Administration2/6/2026
Government Organization2/3/2026
Full Bill Text
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