The bill HB2199 amends existing Arizona law regarding cosmetology instructor licensing and student employment. It allows individuals with at least one year of instructor experience in another state or country, who are licensed as cosmetologists, aestheticians, nail technicians, or hairstylists, to obtain instructor license reciprocity in Arizona. Additionally, it permits students enrolled in cosmetology schools who are training to become instructors to be paid employees, reversing the current prohibition against student compensation.

The changes to the law include clarifying the qualifications for reciprocity by specifying that applicants must have both a current license and instructor experience. The bill also updates the language to reflect the new provisions and makes technical adjustments to the existing statutes. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the workforce in Arizona's cosmetology sector by facilitating the transition of experienced instructors from other states and allowing students to gain practical experience while earning a salary.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 32-532, 32-557, 32-531
House Engrossed Version: 32-532, 32-557, 32-531
Senate Engrossed Version: 32-532, 32-557, 32-531
Chaptered Version: 32-532, 32-557, 32-531