The bill amends section 71-216.01 of the Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska, updating the requirements for applicants taking the barber examination. It allows applicants who fail the examination to retake it up to two additional times without needing further study. However, if an applicant fails a third time, they must complete an additional 500 hours of barbering education before being eligible for a fourth attempt. Additionally, applicants may demonstrate proficiency after completing 250 hours to potentially waive the remaining course requirements, but if they fail the examination after this opportunity, they must complete the remaining hours before a fifth attempt.

The bill also removes previous language that mandated a three-month completion period for the additional 500 hours of study after a second failure. This change streamlines the process for applicants, providing more flexibility in retaking the examination while ensuring that those who do not pass after multiple attempts receive the necessary training to improve their skills. The original section 71-216.01 is repealed as part of this legislative update.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 71-216.01
Final Reading: 71-216.01
Slip Law: 71-216.01