SB2348 repeals hair braiding licensure requirements in Illinois, effective January 1, 2026.
SB2348, the Hair Braiding Opportunity Act, repeals the licensing requirements for hair braiding in Illinois, effective January 1, 2026. Hair braiding is defined as a natural form of hair manipulation using braiding, cornrowing, extending, lacing, locking, sewing, twisting, weaving, or wrapping human hair. The bill removes hair braiding from the Barber, Cosmetology, Esthetics, Hair Braiding, and Nail Technology Act of 1985, except for students enrolled in schools and performing hair braiding services in accordance with the Act and its rules.
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