The Hair Braiding Opportunity Act repeals the Barber, Cosmetology, Esthetics, Hair Braiding, and Nail Technology Act of 1985, effective January 1.
The Hair Braiding Opportunity Act repeals the Barber, Cosmetology, Esthetics, Hair Braiding, and Nail Technology Act of 1985, effective January 1, 2026. This repeal includes the licensing requirements, standards, and regulations for barbers, cosmetologists, estheticians, hair braiders, and nail technicians in Illinois. The act also removes references to hair braiding licenses throughout the Act and makes conforming changes to the membership of the Barber, Cosmetology, Esthetics, and Nail Technology Board.
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