House Bill 4282 aims to amend and reenact section 64-9-1 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, to grant the Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists the authority to establish a legislative rule concerning operational standards for various beauty and grooming schools, including those for barbering, cosmetology, hair styling, nail technology, and aesthetics. The bill references a specific legislative rule that was filed in the State Register on July 28, 2025, and subsequently modified and refiled on September 19, 2025, to address concerns raised by the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee.

The bill's primary purpose is to ensure that the Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists can effectively regulate and set standards for educational institutions in the beauty industry, thereby enhancing the quality of training and services provided in West Virginia. This legislative action reflects a commitment to maintaining high operational standards within these schools, ultimately benefiting both practitioners and consumers in the state.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 64-9-1