This bill amends various provisions related to the Board of Barber Examiners in Minnesota, focusing on the board's composition, registration requirements, and examination processes for barbers. It establishes that the Board will consist of four barber members and one public member, with barber members required to have a minimum of five years of practice as registered barbers. The bill modifies the fee structure for barbering services, reducing the fee for practical examinations from $85 to $80 and introducing new fees for initial barber registration and other services. Additionally, it includes provisions for the use of board-approved examination providers and outlines the application review process for barber schools.

The bill also introduces definitions for "straight razor" and "waxing," clarifies barber registration requirements, and specifies necessary hours of education and practical training. It details the examination process, including grading criteria and conditions for retaking exams, while repealing outdated rules to streamline the regulatory framework for barbers in Minnesota. Furthermore, it amends Minnesota Statutes regarding cosmetologists and barbers, allowing individuals to receive credit for up to 1,000 hours of study towards the 1,500 hours required for licensure under specific criteria. This repeal of several Minnesota Rules aims to modernize and simplify the pathways to licensure for cosmetologists and barbers in the state.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 154.001, 154.003, 154.01, 154.02, 154.05, 154.07, 154.08, 154.09, 154.11