This bill amends the composition of the New Jersey State Board of Cosmetology and Hairstyling by reducing the number of public members from three to two and replacing the requirement for a licensed teacher with representatives from public and private cosmetology schools. Specifically, the board will now include two public members, one representative from public school vocational programs in cosmetology and hairstyling, and one representative from licensed private schools of cosmetology and hairstyling.

Additionally, the bill modifies the qualifications for the six remaining members, who must now hold practicing licenses issued by the board and have at least five years of experience in their licensed profession, excluding those engaged in teaching or conducting licensed schools. The board will still include a State executive department member and two individuals who own or operate hair braiding shops in New Jersey. This restructuring aims to ensure a more diverse representation of the cosmetology and hairstyling professions on the board.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 45:5B-4