MOVIE EXEMPTION FROM BARBER & COSMETIC ACT
This bill provides an exemption to the Barbers and Cosmetologists Act for makeup artists and hairstylists working in theatrical or cinematic productions. This means they do not need to comply with specific licensing requirements while performing their duties.
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SB 127 — MOVIE EXEMPTION FROM BARBER & COSMETIC ACT
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✓Passed House
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6Enacted
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced January 23, 2025. Enacted.
Signed by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham (Democratic) on April 08, 2025.
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Current position in the legislative process.
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2 sponsors
2 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.
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Single-party support
Sponsorship is currently within one party (2 D).
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Cleared a recorded vote
Passed 2 recorded votes so far.
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In plain language
The bill exempts makeup artists and hairstylists in film and theater from certain cosmetology regulations.
This bill provides an exemption to the Barbers and Cosmetologists Act for makeup artists and hairstylists working in theatrical or cinematic productions. This means they do not need to comply with specific licensing requirements while performing their duties.
Bill Text
What changed in the latest version
26 added · 80 removedPlain-language change summary
The amendment to Bill SB 127 adds an exemption for make-up artists and hairstylists who work specifically in theatrical or cinematic productions, allowing them to operate without needing a barber or cosmetologist license in New Mexico. This change acknowledges the unique skills required in the entertainment industry and aims to make it easier for these professionals to work on film and theater projects. By streamlining the licensing requirements, it can help attract more talent and potentially boost the local film industry.
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The bill exempts make-up artists and hairstylists employed for theatrical or cinematic productions from the Barbers and Cosmetologists Act.
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persons who are employed as make-up artists or hairstylists for theatrical or cinematic productions.
This addition creates an exemption for make-up artists and hairstylists working in theater or film from regulatory requirements.
Action History
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Signed
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passed House
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DO PASS committee report adopted
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Sent to House Labor, Veterans & Military Affairs Committee
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passed Senate
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DO PASS, as amended, committee report adopted
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DO PASS committee report adopted
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Sent to Senate Health and Public Affairs Committee & Senate Tax, Business and Transportation Committee
Sponsors
- Cynthia Borrego · Primary
- Linda M. Trujillo · Primary
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →2 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 111 not signed on · 19 voted No
Sponsors (2)
- Cynthia Borrego Democrat
- Linda M. Trujillo Democrat
Co-sponsors (0)
None.
Not signed on (111)
111 members have not signed on to this bill.
Show all 111 →"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.
Votes
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democrat | 36 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Republican | 5 | 18 | 0 | 1 |
| Unaffiliated | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 46 | 19 | 0 | 5 |
| % of votes cast | 66% | 27% | 0% | 7% |
How each member voted (70)
| Member | Party | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Romero, GA | — | Yea |
| De La Cruz | — | Yea |
| Hernandez J.N. | — | Yea |
| Hernandez, J.F. | — | Yea |
| Roybal Caballero | — | Yea |
| Sena Cortez | — | Nay |
| Andrea Romero | Democrat | Yea |
| Angelica Rubio | Democrat | Not Voting |
| Anita Gonzales | Democrat | Yea |
| Charlotte Little | Democrat | Yea |
| Christine Chandler | Democrat | Not Voting |
| Cristina Parajón | Democrat | Yea |
| Cynthia Borrego | Democrat | Yea |
| D. Wonda Johnson | Democrat | Yea |
| Dayan Hochman-Vigil | Democrat | Yea |
| Debra M. Sariñana | Democrat | Not Voting |
| Derrick J. Lente | Democrat | Not Voting |
| Doreen Y. Gallegos | Democrat | Yea |
| E. Diane Torres-Velásquez | Democrat | Yea |
| Eleanor Chávez | Democrat | Yea |
| Elizabeth "Liz" Thomson | Democrat | Yea |
| Janelle Anyanonu | Democrat | Yea |
| Javier Martínez | Democrat | Yea |
| Joanne J. Ferrary | Democrat | Yea |
| Joseph Sanchez | Democrat | Yea |
| Joy Garratt | Democrat | Yea |
| Kathleen Cates | Democrat | Yea |
| Kristina Ortez | Democrat | Yea |
| Linda Serrato | Democrat | Yea |
| Marian Matthews | Democrat | Yea |
| Marianna Anaya | Democrat | Yea |
| Martha Garcia | Democrat | Yea |
| Matthew McQueen | Democrat | Yea |
| Meredith A. Dixon | Democrat | Yea |
| Micaela Lara Cadena | Democrat | Yea |
| Michelle Paulene Abeyta | Democrat | Yea |
| Miguel P. García | Democrat | Yea |
| Nathan P. Small | Democrat | Yea |
| Pamelya Herndon | Democrat | Yea |
| Patricia A. Lundstrom | Democrat | Yea |
| Raymundo Lara | Democrat | Yea |
| Reena Szczepanski | Democrat | Yea |
| Sarah Silva | Democrat | Yea |
| Susan K. Herrera | Democrat | Yea |
| Tara L. Lujan | Democrat | Yea |
| Yanira Gurrola | Democrat | Yea |
| Alan T. Martinez | Republican | Nay |
| Andrea Reeb | Republican | Yea |
| Angelita Mejia | Republican | Nay |
| Brian G. Baca | Republican | Nay |
| Catherine J. Cullen | Republican | Yea |
| Cathrynn N. Brown | Republican | Nay |
| Gail Armstrong | Republican | Nay |
| Harlan Vincent | Republican | Nay |
| Jack Chatfield | Republican | Nay |
| Jenifer Jones | Republican | Nay |
| Jimmy G. Mason | Republican | Nay |
| John Block | Republican | Nay |
| Jonathan A. Henry | Republican | Nay |
| Luis M. Terrazas | Republican | Yea |
| Mark B. Murphy | Republican | Not Voting |
| Mark Duncan | Republican | Nay |
| Martin R. Zamora | Republican | Nay |
| Nicole Chavez | Republican | Nay |
| Randall T. Pettigrew | Republican | Nay |
| Rebecca Dow | Republican | Yea |
| Rod Montoya | Republican | Nay |
| Stefani Lord | Republican | Nay |
| Tanya Mirabal Moya | Republican | Nay |
| William A. Hall II | Republican | Yea |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democrat | 16 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Republican | 11 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Unaffiliated | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 28 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| % of votes cast | 67% | 0% | 0% | 33% |
How each member voted (42)
| Member | Party | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| PAUL | — | Yea |
| SEDILLO-LOPEZ | — | Not Voting |
| Angel M. Charley | Democrat | Not Voting |
| Antoinette Sedillo Lopez | Democrat | Yea |
| Antonio Maestas | Democrat | Yea |
| Benny Shendo, Jr. | Democrat | Not Voting |
| Carrie Hamblen | Democrat | Not Voting |
| Cindy Nava | Democrat | Yea |
| Elizabeth "Liz" Stefanics | Democrat | Not Voting |
| George K. Muñoz | Democrat | Not Voting |
| Harold Pope | Democrat | Not Voting |
| Heather Berghmans | Democrat | Yea |
| Jeff Steinborn | Democrat | Yea |
| Joseph Cervantes | Democrat | Not Voting |
| Katy Duhigg | Democrat | Yea |
| Leo Jaramillo | Democrat | Yea |
| Linda M. Trujillo | Democrat | Yea |
| Martin Hickey | Democrat | Yea |
| Micaelita Debbie O'Malley | Democrat | Not Voting |
| Michael Padilla | Democrat | Yea |
| Mimi Stewart | Democrat | Not Voting |
| Natalie Figueroa | Democrat | Yea |
| Pete Campos | Democrat | Yea |
| Peter Wirth | Democrat | Yea |
| Roberto "Bobby" J. Gonzales | Democrat | Yea |
| Shannon D. Pinto | Democrat | Yea |
| William P. Soules | Democrat | Yea |
| Anthony L. Thornton | Republican | Yea |
| Candy Spence Ezzell | Republican | Not Voting |
| Craig W. Brandt | Republican | Yea |
| Crystal Brantley | Republican | Yea |
| David M. Gallegos | Republican | Yea |
| Gabriel Ramos | Republican | Yea |
| James G. Townsend | Republican | Not Voting |
| Jay C. Block | Republican | Yea |
| Joshua A. Sanchez | Republican | Yea |
| Larry R. Scott | Republican | Not Voting |
| Nicole Tobiassen | Republican | Yea |
| Pat Boone | Republican | Not Voting |
| Pat Woods | Republican | Yea |
| Steve D. Lanier | Republican | Yea |
| William E. Sharer | Republican | Yea |
Subjects
Frequently asked questions
- Who sponsors SB 127?
- SB 127 is sponsored by Cynthia Borrego (Democrat) and Linda M. Trujillo (Democrat).
- What is the current status of SB 127?
- This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced January 23, 2025. Enacted.
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