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MarylandHB 15472025 Regular SessionHouse

Barbers and Cosmetologists - License Qualifications - Domestic Violence Awareness Training

Sponsored By: Adrienne A. Jones (Democratic)

Signed by Governor

Business Occupations and ProfessionsAwareness and OutreachBarbersCommunications -see also- ElecComm; Intergov; Telecom; etc.CosmetologistsDomestic Violence -see also- Child Abuse & NeglectJob Training -see also- Continuing Ed; Vocational RehabLabor, Department ofLicenses -see also- AB Lic; Certifications; DrLic; PermitsTimeVirtual Environments

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

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Free required training for barbers and cosmetologists

Beginning January 1, 2026, Maryland barber and cosmetology license applicants must complete domestic violence awareness training. This includes barber-stylist, esthetician, hair services, blow-drying, and nail technician licenses. Training lasts at least one hour, is free, and must be available in person and online. Maryland's Department of Labor approves programs teaching warning signs, starting conversations, listening to victims, and connecting them with support. People holding covered licenses issued before October 1, 2025, must complete the training only for their next renewal.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

  • Adrienne A. Jones

    Democratic • House

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 302 • No: 16

House vote • 4/7/2025

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 132 • No: 8

Senate vote • 4/5/2025

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 42 • No: 0

House vote • 3/17/2025

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 128 • No: 8 • Other: 2

Actions Timeline

  1. Approved by the Governor - Chapter 286

    5/6/2025

  2. Passed Enrolled

    4/7/2025House

  3. Third Reading Passed (132-8)

    4/7/2025House

  4. House Concurs Senate Amendments

    4/7/2025House

  5. Third Reading Passed (42-0)

    4/5/2025Senate

  6. Second Reading Passed with Amendments

    4/5/2025Senate

  7. Favorable with Amendments {983321/1 Adopted

    4/5/2025Senate

  8. Favorable with Amendments Report by Education, Energy, and the Environment

    4/5/2025Senate

  9. Hearing 3/26 at 1:00 p.m.

    3/18/2025Senate

  10. Referred Education, Energy, and the Environment

    3/17/2025Senate

  11. Third Reading Passed (128-8)

    3/17/2025House

  12. Favorable Adopted Second Reading Passed

    3/15/2025House

  13. Favorable Report by Economic Matters

    3/15/2025House

  14. Hearing 3/13 at 1:00 p.m.

    3/6/2025House

  15. Hearing canceled

    3/6/2025House

  16. Hearing 3/11 at 1:00 p.m.

    3/6/2025House

  17. Rereferred to Economic Matters

    3/6/2025House

  18. First Reading House Rules and Executive Nominations

    2/25/2025House

Bill Text

  • Enacted

    5/6/2025

    PDF

  • Enrolled

    4/7/2025

    PDF

  • Third Reading

    3/15/2025

    PDF

  • First Reading

    2/25/2025

    PDF

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