The bill amends existing laws regarding barber colleges in Louisiana, specifically addressing student admission age requirements and the qualifications for out-of-state registered barbers. It lowers the minimum age for student admission from 17 to 16 years, allowing students to enroll in a board-approved barber college that operates within a state high school as early as their freshman year. This change aims to increase accessibility for younger students interested in pursuing a career in barbering.

Additionally, the bill modifies the age requirement for out-of-state registered barbers seeking to practice in Louisiana, changing the minimum age from 18 to 17 years. This adjustment aligns the age requirement for out-of-state applicants with the new admission age for students at barber colleges, thereby streamlining the process for those transitioning from education to professional practice in the state.

Statutes affected:
HB814 Original:
HB814 Engrossed: 37:369(A)(1)
HB814 Enrolled: 37:369(A)(1)
HB814 Act 140: 37:369(A)(1)