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SN 80

Thomas H. (Tom) Elkins, Madison, Mississippi, State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering as a barber representing the First Supreme Court District as it existed on July 1, 2024, six year term effective August 1, 2026 and ending July 31, 2032.

2026 Regular Session

Mississippi appoints barber Tom Elkins to the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering for a six-year term regulating cosmetology and barbering professions statewide.

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Bill Summary · SN 80

Legislative bill overview

Senate Bill 80 appoints Thomas H. (Tom) Elkins of Madison, Mississippi to the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering as a barber representative for the First Supreme Court District. The appointment is for a six-year term beginning August 1, 2026 and ending July 31, 2032.

Why is this important

The State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering regulates professional licensing, training standards, and disciplinary actions in these industries, directly affecting practitioners and consumers. Board composition matters because appointees shape policy on licensing requirements, complaint processes, and industry standards that impact thousands of professionals and service consumers in Mississippi.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of public information: The bill provides no details about Elkins' qualifications, experience, or background that would justify this appointment to a regulatory body
  • Representational accountability: No information is provided about how Elkins was selected or whether this appointment followed standard nomination procedures or included public input
  • Regulatory independence concerns: The appointment's specificity to one individual raises questions about whether the selection process was competitive or transparent

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

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