The bill amends various sections of the Arkansas Code related to the duties and definitions associated with the State Board of Barber Examiners. Key changes include the introduction of new definitions for "barber," "barber pole," and "barbershop," as well as a more detailed description of barbering practices. The bill also clarifies that barbering does not include practices performed for the treatment of physical or mental ailments. Additionally, it modifies the composition of the State Board of Barber Examiners to include a public member representing consumers and one representing individuals aged sixty-five and older, both of whom must not be actively engaged in the barbering profession.

Further amendments address the responsibilities of the Director of the State Board of Barber Examiners, inspection rights, and licensing requirements for barbers and barbering establishments. The bill specifies that it is unlawful for individuals or entities to operate barbering establishments without proper certification and outlines the application process for barbers seeking licensure, including reciprocity provisions for those licensed in other states or countries. Other changes include updated requirements for teacher manager instructors in barber schools and adjustments to the application process for barber college students. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the administration of barber laws in Arkansas.

Statutes affected:
Old version SB322 Original - 2-24-2023 12:59 PM: 17-20-102, 17-20-201(a), 17-20-203(a), 17-20-206(c), 17-20-301, 17-20-303(b), 17-20-405, 17-20-406(a), 17-20-406(c), 17-20-421(a), 17-20-424(b)
Old version SB322 V2 - 3-1-2023 09:37 AM: 17-20-102, 03-01-2023, 17-20-201(a), 17-20-203(a), 17-20-206(c), 17-20-301, 17-20-303(b), 17-20-405, 17-20-406(a), 17-20-406(c), 17-20-421(a), 17-20-424(b)
Old version SB322 V3 - 3-27-2023 02:04 PM: 17-20-102, 03-27-2023, 17-20-201(a), 17-20-203(a), 17-20-206(c), 17-20-301, 17-20-303(b), 17-20-405, 17-20-406(a), 17-20-406(c), 17-20-421(a), 17-20-424(b)
SB 322: 17-20-102, 03-27-2023, 17-20-201(a), 17-20-203(a), 17-20-206(c), 17-20-301, 17-20-303(b), 17-20-405, 17-20-406(a), 17-20-406(c), 17-20-421(a), 17-20-424(b)
Act 465: 17-20-102, 03-27-2023, 17-20-201(a), 17-20-203(a), 17-20-206(c), 17-20-301, 17-20-303(b), 17-20-405, 17-20-406(a), 17-20-406(c), 17-20-421(a), 17-20-424(b)