The bill, S. 354, is a joint resolution introduced in the South Carolina Senate to approve new regulations proposed by the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation - State Board of Cosmetology. These regulations pertain to the practice of esthetics and include sanitary and safety rules for salons and schools, designated as Regulation Document Number 5276. The resolution is submitted in accordance with Article 1, Chapter 23, Title 1 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, and aims to enhance the standards and practices within the cosmetology field.
Upon approval by the Governor, this joint resolution will take effect, allowing the new regulations to be implemented. The South Carolina Board of Cosmetology has indicated that these revisions are necessary to update and improve the existing framework governing esthetics practices, ensuring compliance with current health and safety standards. A Notice of Drafting for these changes was published in the State Register on January 26, 2024.