This bill amends the Public School Code of 1949 to establish the Cosmetology Training Through Career and Technical Center Program as a permanent initiative, transitioning from its previous status as a pilot program. The amendments include the removal of the term "Pilot" from the program's title and the deletion of the expiration date for the program, which was previously set to end three years from the effective date of the section. Additionally, the requirement for participating Career and Technical Centers (CTCs) and secondary schools to report to the State Board of Cosmetology has been modified to require annual reporting starting June 1, rather than a specific end date in 2025.
The bill ensures that all activities, orders, regulations, and agreements established under the pilot program will continue uninterrupted under the new permanent program. This includes the preservation of contracts and collective bargaining agreements that were in place during the pilot phase. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.