Bill
HB 5902
The bill updates the licensing fee structure for hairdressers under the State License Fee Act, altering fees to obtain or renew a hairdresser license in Michigan.
HB 5902 (2025-2026) – Summary
Overview
- Purpose: This bill amends the State License Fee Act (1979 PA 152), specifically section 25 (MCL 338.2225), as amended by 2023 PA 131. The stated focus is to address licensing fees for hairdressers, establishing or adjusting licensing fees for this occupation.
- Status: Introduced and referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform on April 28, 2026. Sponsor: Rep. Angela Rigas (co-sponsor).
Key Provisions
- Targeted change: The bill modifies the licensing fee structure associated with the hairdresser license (occupations licensing) under the Michigan State License Fee Act.
- Legal citation: Amends section 25 of the Act (MCL 338.2225), updating or adding fee requirements related to the hairdresser licensing framework.
- Relationship to existing law: Builds on existing fee provisions and the 2023 amendment (PA 131). The exact fee amounts and any formula adjustments would be specified in the amended text of section 25.
Impacts and Who Would Be Affected
- Primary affected group: Individuals seeking or currently holding a hairdresser license in Michigan.
- Government/administrative impact: Regulatory Reform Committee and relevant licensing agencies would implement and collect the updated licensing fees; administrative processes, budget projections, and fee schedules may be adjusted to reflect the new fee structure.
- Financial impact: Hairdressers and potential license applicants may see changes in the upfront cost to obtain or renew a license, depending on whether the bill raises, lowers, or restructures the fee.
Procedural and Timeline Aspects
- Legislative steps to date: Introduction and first reading on April 28, 2026; referred to Committee on Regulatory Reform for consideration.
- Next steps: If advanced, the committee could hold hearings, propose amendments, and report the bill to the full House for debate. Passage would then move to the Senate (as applicable by Michigan’s legislative process) and, if enacted, would require signature by the governor to become law.
- Effective date: The bill text provided does not specify an effective date; that detail would appear in the final enacted version or in the bill’s fiscal/operating sections.
Notes
- This summary is based on the bill’s stated scope and the provided text. The precise fee amounts, structure (e.g., one-time license fee, renewal fees, tiered rates), exemptions, sunset provisions, or transitional rules would be detailed in the amended section 25 text in the final bill.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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