Senate Bill 335 aims to ratify and enter Wisconsin into the Cosmetology Licensure Compact, which facilitates the practice of cosmetology across member states. The bill establishes a Cosmetology Licensure Compact Commission, which will oversee the compact's operations, including the ability to adopt bylaws, collect fees, and manage a coordinated database for licensure and adverse actions. The compact allows cosmetologists to obtain a multistate license, enabling them to practice in other member states, provided they meet specific criteria, such as holding an unencumbered license in their home state. Additionally, the bill outlines provisions for dispute resolution among member states and the process for a state to withdraw from the compact.

The bill includes several amendments and new provisions to existing statutes. Notably, it renumbers and amends sections related to the requirements for engaging in cosmetology, aesthetics, and manicuring, allowing individuals with multistate licenses from other compact states to practice in Wisconsin. It also clarifies that individuals must hold either a current license or a multistate license to use the title of cosmetologist. The compact will take effect once seven states enact it, and it can be amended with the agreement of all member states.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 454.04(2)(a), 454.04, 454.04(2)(b)