Bill
A 6913
Overview: Bill Number: A 6913, Title: Relates to domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education for persons licensed as cosmetologists, Status: REFERRED TO ECONOMIC DEVEL
Overview: Bill Number: A 6913, Title: Relates to domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education for persons licensed as cosmetologists, Status: REFERRED TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, Introduced: March 18, 2025
Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to require cosmetologists licensed in the state to receive training on domestic violence and sexual assault awareness. The goal is to equip these professionals with the knowledge and resources to recognize and respond appropriately to signs of abuse among their clients.
Key Provisions:
- Mandates that all cosmetologists complete a training program on domestic violence and sexual assault awareness as part of their licensing requirements
- Specifies the minimum content and duration of the training program, including information on recognizing signs of abuse and available support services
- Requires the state licensing authority to develop and implement the training program in collaboration with relevant stakeholders
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Cosmetologists will be required to undergo the mandatory training, which may impact their licensing and continuing education requirements
- Clients of cosmetologists may benefit from increased awareness and support for domestic violence and sexual assault issues
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been referred to the Assembly Committee on Economic Development for further review. If enacted, the training program would need to be developed and implemented within a specified timeframe.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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