House Bill No. by Representative Moore aims to establish regulations and definitions related to alternative hair design and natural hair braiding in Louisiana. The bill enacts new definitions, including "alternative hair design," which encompasses various hair styling techniques such as twisting and braiding, and "natural hair braiding," which is defined as the practice of braiding hair without the use of chemical alterations. The bill also categorizes natural hair braiding as an "unregulated service," exempting it from oversight by the Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology. Additionally, it preempts local government ordinances that would restrict or regulate natural hair braiding practices.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a certification process for alternative hair designers, requiring individuals to complete at least 500 hours of instruction in relevant topics, including bacteriology and sanitation, hair types, and braiding techniques. Only those certified as alternative hair designers may advertise or hold themselves out to the public as such. The legislation clarifies that individuals practicing natural hair braiding do not need to obtain this certification, allowing them to operate without being confined to licensed cosmetology salons unless they hold an alternative hair design permit. The bill also directs the Louisiana State Law Institute to update the definitions and cross-references in the law accordingly.