An Act to Amend the Laws Governing Licensing of Certain Types of Establishments and Professions by the Department of Health and Human Services
Sponsored By: Henry L. Ingwersen (Democratic)
Signed by Governor
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
6 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 3 costs, 1 mixed.
Licenses now renew every two years
Licenses under this section now expire two years from the date of issue. You renew every two years. Licenses no longer all end on September 30; your renewal lines up with your issue date.
Complaint records kept confidential during probes
Your name stays confidential if you file a complaint. Investigative records are confidential until the investigation ends, such as when a hearing is noticed, a consent deal is signed, a dismissal letter issues, or the case is closed. The commissioner may share records only with staff or agencies when needed to avoid imminent and serious harm, and may not delegate that decision.
License fees for body art services
A combined tattoo and body piercing license can cost up to $300. A micropigmentation facility license is issued every two years and can cost up to $150. The department may inspect micropigmentation facilities at any time. Fees go into a special account for health inspections.
Licenses issued in error are void
Any license the department issued in error is void. You must return it when the department demands it. The notice must be delivered by hand or by certified mail. This rule applies to electrology, tattooing, body piercing, and all licenses under this chapter.
Up to $200 for extra license inspections
If you need extra inspections to qualify for a license, the department can charge up to $200 for each added visit. If you do not pay within 30 days of the bill, the department may add a penalty.
After-death license transfer for businesses
Business licenses from the health department are not assignable or transferable. If the license holder dies, the estate’s personal representative, receiver, or trustee can run the business for up to one year from their appointment. Before that appointment, the department may approve a temporary operator such as the surviving spouse, a person who has filed to be executor, the sole heir, or a person chosen by all heirs. The department can require documents to show who qualifies.
Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
Henry L. Ingwersen
Democratic • Senate
Cosponsors
There are no cosponsors for this bill.
Roll Call Votes
No roll call votes available for this bill.
Actions Timeline
Signed by Governor, ACTPUB Chapter 339
6/17/2025PASSED TO BE ENACTED, in concurrence.
6/11/2025SenatePASSED TO BE ENACTED. Sent for concurrence. ORDERED SENT FORTHWITH.
6/11/2025HouseCONSENT CALENDAR - FIRST DAYUnder suspension of the rules CONSENT CALENDAR - SECOND DAY.The Bill was PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED as Amended by Committee Amendment "A" (S-332).In concurrence. ORDERED SENT FORTHWITH.
6/10/2025HouseReport READ and ACCEPTED.READ ONCE.Committee Amendment "A" (S-332) READ and ADOPTED.Under suspension of the Rules, READ A SECOND TIME and PASSED TO BE ENGROSSED AS AMENDED BY Committee Amendment "A" (S-332).Ordered sent down forthwith for concurrence.
6/10/2025SenateCARRIED OVER, in the same posture, to the next special or regular session of the 132nd Legislature, pursuant to Joint Order SP 519.
3/21/2025SenateThe Bill was REFERRED to the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES.In concurrence. ORDERED SENT FORTHWITH.
2/25/2025HouseCommittee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES suggested and ordered printed REFERENCE to the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Ordered sent down forthwith for concurrence
2/25/2025Senate
Bill Text
Amendment C-A (S-332), adopted by House & Senate
Enacted
Introduced
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