(1) As used in this section:
(a) "Adverse action" has the meaning set forth in article 2 of section 24-60-4901.
(b) "Background check" has the meaning set forth in article 2 of section 24-60-4901.
(c) "Commission" means the cosmetology licensure compact commission established in article 9 of section 24-60-4901.
(d) "Compact" means the cosmetology licensure compact authorized in part 49 of article 60 of title 24.
(e) "Current significant investigative information" has the meaning set forth in article 2 of section 24-60-4901.
(f) "Data system" has the meaning set forth in article 2 of section 24-60-4901.
(g) "Investigative information" has the meaning set forth in article 2 of section 24-60-4901.
(h) "Member state" means a state that has enacted the compact.
(i) "Multistate license" has the meaning set forth in article 2 of section 24-60-4901.
(2) In addition to any powers and duties specified in the compact for member states, the director has the following powers and duties with regard to the compact:
(a) To facilitate Colorado's participation in the compact;
(b) To comply with the rules of the commission;
(c) To promulgate rules in accordance with article 4 of title 24 as necessary for the implementation, administration, and enforcement of the compact;
(d) To serve, or to designate another individual to serve, as a delegate on and attend meetings of the commission in accordance with the terms of the compact;
(e) To notify the commission, in compliance with the terms of the compact and commission rules, of any adverse action or the availability of investigative information, including current significant investigative information, regarding a licensee;
(f) To implement procedures for considering one or more of the following categories of information from applicants for licensure: Criminal history, disciplinary history, or background check;
(g) To grant a multistate license to a licensee in accordance with the terms of the compact and to charge a fee to individuals applying for the multistate license;
(h) To participate fully in the data system consistent with the compact requirements and the rules of the commission; and
(i) To approve payment of assessments levied by the commission to cover the cost of operations and activities of the commission and its staff.
Source: L. 2024: Entire section added, (HB 24-1111), ch. 381, p. 2602, § 2, effective August 7.