This bill amends Section 28 of P.L.1984, c.205 (C.45:5B-28) to expand the eligibility for a temporary permit under the existing three-year pilot program for barbering services. It allows individuals who have rendered barbering services in a professional capacity in another state or foreign country that does not issue licenses to qualify for this temporary permit. The pilot program, originally established in P.L.2019, c.20, is extended for an additional three years and will continue to be administered by the board in consultation with the Division of Consumer Affairs.

The bill specifies that the temporary permit will be valid for 120 days and can be extended if the applicant continues to meet the program's requirements while awaiting their license application. Additionally, individuals working under this temporary permit will not be in violation of existing laws prohibiting the practice of barbering without a license, provided they have made a good faith effort to obtain a license and are under the supervision of a licensed barber in New Jersey. This change aims to facilitate the transition for barbers moving to New Jersey from jurisdictions with different licensing requirements.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 45:5B-28