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HB 4908

Occupations: cosmetologists; shampoo services performed in a cosmetology establishment by certain cosmetology apprentices; allow. Amends sec. 1203a of 1980 PA 299 (MCL 339.1203a).

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

HB 4908 lets cosmetology students and apprentices perform shampoo services in salons without a full license, under supervision, with school verification and 3-year recordkeeping.

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Bill Summary · HB 4908

HB 4908 Summary (Michigan, 2025)

Overview
- Bill Number: HB 4908
- Title: Occupations: cosmetologists; shampoo services performed in a cosmetology establishment by certain cosmetology apprentices; allow. Amends sec. 1203a of 1980 PA 299 (MCL 339.1203a)
- Purpose: To create a pathway for cosmetology students and apprentices to perform shampoo services in a cosmetology establishment without a full cosmetology license, under specified conditions and with supervisory and recordkeeping requirements.
- Status: Introduced and referred to Committee on Regulatory Reform (as of September 11, 2025). Earlier actions included first reading and referral to Ways & Means in spring 2025.
- Sponsor: Representative Angela Rigas (and cosponsors)

What the bill would change (key provisions)
- General licensing framework (Sec. 1203a(1)-(4))
- An individual generally may not perform cosmetology services for others without a license, with limited exceptions (e.g., barber services covered under a different article license).
- A licensed cosmetologist may perform hair care, skin care, natural hair cultivation, and manicuring; electrology remains restricted to electrologists.
- Individuals licensed for manicuring, natural hair cultivation, or esthetics may only perform their licensed service unless additionally licensed for other cosmetology services.
- Electrologists may only perform electrology.

  • Shampoo services by students (Sec. 1203a(5)-(6))

    • Cosmetology students may perform shampoo services in a cosmetology establishment without a license if:
    • They are enrolled in a cosmetology school, and
    • They have completed at least 350 hours of the school’s general cosmetology curriculum (specific to the applicable section 1205(5)(c) requirements), including the director-approved practicals.
    • The employing establishment has written verification from the school (on school letterhead) confirming the student’s identity, enrollment, requirements met, and expected graduation date.
    • If not licensed, a student may shampoo for up to 30 days after the scheduled graduation date.

  • Shampoo services by apprentices (Sec. 1203a(7)-(8))

    • A cosmetology apprentice may perform shampoo services if:
    • They are enrolled in an apprenticeship program run by a cosmetology establishment owner, and
    • They have completed at least 350 hours of the general curriculum (with required practicals).
    • Establishment responsibilities (Sec. 1203a(8)-(9))
    • Maintain records of each student or apprentice, including the verification letter, for at least 3 years after employment ends.
    • Allow department access to these records.
    • Ensure the student or apprentice only performs shampoo services while employed for this purpose.
    • Ensure a licensed cosmetologist is present when the student or apprentice performs shampoo services.
    • The school must keep a copy of the verification letter in the student’s school record for at least 3 years after graduation.

  • Definition

    • “Shampoo services” means preparing a customer for a shampoo, shampooing, or blow-drying for a licensed cosmetologist.

Who is affected
- Cosmetology students and cosmetology apprentices seeking to perform shampoo services in a licensed establishment.
- Cosmetology establishments that employ students or apprentices for shampoo services.
- Schools of cosmetology that provide verification letters to the employing establishments.

Implementation considerations and timeline
- If enacted, the rules would enable supervised, non-licensed shampoo services by students and apprentices under clearly defined conditions and oversight.
- Establishments must maintain records for a minimum of 3 years and ensure supervision by a licensed professional.
- The bill would require verification letters from schools and would integrate with the department’s regulatory oversight (Licensing and Regulatory Affairs).

Notes
- The bill adds a narrow, supervised exception to the general licensing requirement for shampoo services, balancing training access with public-safety and professional-standards considerations.
- Definitions emphasize that “shampoo services” are limited to preparation, shampooing, and blow-drying for a licensed cosmetologist, and do not authorize other cosmetology services for students or apprentices without the appropriate license.

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

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