The bill establishes a Cosmetology Licensure Compact aimed at facilitating the interstate practice and regulation of cosmetology, enhancing public access to services while ensuring safety and reducing licensure burdens. It introduces a multistate licensing program that allows for cooperation among member states, support for military families, and improved information sharing regarding licensure and discipline. Key terms related to the compact are defined, and requirements for member states to join include licensing and regulating cosmetology, investigating complaints, and sharing information about adverse actions. The compact also details the process for obtaining and maintaining a multistate license and the authority of the compact commission.

Additionally, the bill mandates Washington state to manage its single-state and multistate cosmetology licenses separately and specifies that the compact applies only to multistate licenses as defined in existing state law. It includes provisions for withdrawal from the compact, ensuring recognition of licenses for a minimum of 180 days post-withdrawal. The bill also amends RCW 42.56.250 to introduce new exemptions from public inspection for certain employment and licensing information, particularly protecting data shared with the cosmetology licensure compact commission. Overall, the legislation aims to streamline the licensing process for cosmetologists while maintaining compliance with state laws.