Pennsylvania 2025_0 Regular Session Status: In Committee 3 R cosponsors

HB 59 — An Act amending the act of May 3, 1933 (P.L.242, No.86), referred to as the Cosmetology Law, further providing for powers and duties of board.

Last action — Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE, Jan. 14, 2025

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill is in committee in the House. Introduced January 14, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee vote, then a floor vote in the House.

Prognosis

Stalled 20% · moderate confidence

Where this bill stands today.

Odds of enactment

Low

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  • In Committee

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 3 sponsors

    1 primary, 2 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Single-party support

    Sponsorship is currently within one party (3 R).

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Summary

State Board of Cosmetology – Inspectors – Former HB 1590

Bill Text

How this bill changes current law

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This bill adds a new subsection to the Cosmetology Law, establishing the position of state cosmetology inspectors.

  • Section 13

    (d) The board shall appoint inspectors whose title shall be "Inspector, State Board of Cosmetology, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania." Each inspector shall be a licensed cosmetologist who has been actively engaged in the practice of cosmetology for at least five years. Each inspector shall hold office at the pleasure of the board and shall receive compensation as fixed by the board with the approval of the department. Each inspector shall have the right of entry into any place where the business or profession of cosmetology is carried out for the purpose of inspection and for the investigation of complaints before the board and for other matters as the board may direct.

    This change establishes a new role for inspectors within the State Board of Cosmetology and outlines their qualifications and powers.

Action History

  1. Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE, Jan. 14, 2025

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 2 co-sponsors · 250 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (2)

Not signed on (250)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 59 do?
State Board of Cosmetology – Inspectors – Former HB 1590
Who sponsors HB 59?
HB 59 is sponsored by Marla Brown (Republican), David H. Rowe (Republican), and R. Lee James (Republican).
What is the current status of HB 59?
This bill is in committee in the House. Introduced January 14, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track HB 59?
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