This bill amends the Occupational Code of Michigan, specifically sections 1117 and 1217, to update regulations regarding barber and cosmetology services. It stipulates that barber services must be rendered only in licensed premises, but allows barbers to provide services outside of a barbershop to individuals in hospitals, nursing homes, or their homes if they are unable to travel due to frailty, age, injury, or illness. Additionally, the bill introduces provisions for temporary permits that allow barbers to offer services to veterans at veteran service organizations without charging a service fee. It also establishes a demonstration permit for non-licensed individuals to perform barbering services for demonstration purposes, provided they are licensed in another jurisdiction.

In section 1217, the bill outlines penalties for licensees who violate certain practices, including continuing to work while knowing they have an infectious disease. It expands the conditions under which licensed cosmetologists can provide services outside of licensed establishments, including at special events and various care facilities. A new provision allows cosmetologists to perform services for veterans at veteran service organizations under a temporary permit, also without charging a service fee. The bill emphasizes maintaining health, safety, and sanitation standards and will take effect 180 days after enactment, contingent upon the passage of related legislation.

Statutes affected:
Substitute (H-1): 339.1117, 339.1217
House Introduced Bill: 339.1117, 339.1217
As Passed by the House: 339.1117, 339.1217