Senate Bill 4281 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 promulgate a legislative rule concerning the qualifications, training, examination, and certification of instructors in various beauty and grooming disciplines, including barbering, hair styling, nail technology, aesthetics, waxing, and cosmetology. The bill references a legislative rule that was filed in the State Register on July 28, 2025, and subsequently modified to address the concerns of the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee before being refiled on September 19, 2025.

The bill emphasizes the importance of establishing clear standards for instructors in the beauty industry to ensure quality education and training. By authorizing the Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists to implement these rules, the legislation seeks to enhance the professionalism and competency of instructors, ultimately benefiting both the industry and consumers.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 64-9-1