The bill amends several sections of South Dakota's cosmetology, esthetics, and nail technology licensing laws, specifically focusing on the rules and fees associated with licensing. It allows the commission to establish rules regarding application requirements, examination fees, minimum standards for salons and schools, and the professional conduct of licensees. Additionally, it includes provisions for the reinstatement of lapsed licenses and the fees associated with inspections and renewals. Notably, the bill specifies that the commission can set a fee for the reinstatement of a lapsed license or renewal, which cannot exceed forty dollars for each year the license has lapsed.

Furthermore, the bill outlines specific fees for various licenses and permits, including initial and renewal fees for cosmetologists, nail technicians, and estheticians, as well as fees for apprentices and schools. The maximum fees are clearly defined, such as a one hundred twenty-five dollar examination and initial license fee and a fifty dollar renewal fee for cosmetologists, nail technicians, or estheticians. The bill ensures that all fees collected by the commission remain consistent regardless of the time remaining before expiration, promoting transparency and uniformity in the licensing process.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/03/2025: 36-15-13, 36-15-20, 36-15-20.1
Enrolled, 03/05/2025: 36-15-13, 36-15-20, 36-15-20.1