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HB 4911

Occupations: barbers; mobile barber shops; allow. Amends secs. 1101, 1111 & 1112 of 1980 PA 299 (MCL 339.1101 et seq.).

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Greg Alexander and 5 co-sponsors

Michigan bill permits licensed barbers to operate from mobile units instead of fixed shop locations, expanding service access but requiring new sanitation and inspection standards.

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Bill Summary · HB 4911

Legislative bill overview

HB 4911 amends Michigan's barber licensing laws to permit mobile barber shops—allowing licensed barbers to operate services from mobile units rather than only from fixed physical locations. The bill modifies sections of the 1980 Occupational Code governing barber licensing and shop regulations.

Why is this important

This change could expand access to barber services in underserved areas and increase business flexibility for barbers, particularly in rural communities or for specialized mobile services. However, it requires regulatory clarification on safety standards, sanitation requirements, and inspector accessibility for mobile operations.

Potential points of contention

  • Sanitation and safety standards: Mobile units may present challenges for maintaining consistent water systems, sterilization equipment, and waste disposal compared to fixed locations
  • Regulatory oversight: Determining how health inspectors will effectively monitor and enforce compliance in mobile operations versus traditional shops
  • Consumer protection: Questions about liability, insurance requirements, and customer recourse if services are provided in uncontrolled mobile environments

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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