HB885

AN ACT relating to cosmetology.

Chamber Passed·3/27/26

Kentucky HB885 updates cosmetology regulations, including licensing, sanitation, and practice standards.

Kentucky HB885 revises the state's cosmetology regulations, establishing new licensing requirements and practice standards. The bill creates the Kentucky Board of Cosmetology to oversee cosmetology, esthetics, and nail technology practices. It mandates that only licensed professionals can perform certain services, such as Botox injections or laser treatments, unless under a physician's supervision. The bill also sets sanitation standards for salons and schools, requiring equipment sterilization and proper facility maintenance.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 64–18 · Mar 27
Current
Committee on Committees
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

0
1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

House: Veto Override RCS# 356

64 Yea

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18 Nay

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18 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 11

9:00 AM

House Committee On Licensing, Occupations, And Administrative Regulations (h)

History

Mar 27

House

3rd reading, passed 64-18 with Floor Amendment (1)

Mar 27

Senate

received in Senate

Mar 27

Senate

to Committee on Committees (S)