This bill amends the qualifications required for obtaining a cosmetologist's license by reducing the mandated training hours in a cosmetology school from 1,500 hours to 1,200 hours. The specific legal language change is reflected in the amendment to RSA 313-A:11, I(c)(1), where the deletion of "1,500" is replaced with the insertion of "1,200." This change aims to streamline the licensing process for aspiring cosmetologists, potentially making it easier for individuals to enter the profession.

Additionally, the bill includes a provision stating that it will take effect 60 days after its passage. The fiscal impact of this legislation is estimated to be less than $10,000 for each fiscal year from 2025 through 2028, as determined by the Legislative Budget Assistant. The Office of Professional Licensure and Certification is the agency contacted regarding this bill.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 313-A:11, 313-A:2
As Amended by the Senate: 313-A:11