HB370 Alabama 2021 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Andrew SorrellAuditor

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2021

Title

Cosmetology, to remove hair braiding from definition of cosmetology and exlude from requirements of licensure, Sec. 34-7B-1 am'd.

Summary

HB370 would remove hair braiding from the definition of cosmetology and exempt braiding from licensure and training requirements by the Alabama Board of Cosmetology and Barbering.

What This Bill Does

It removes hair braiding from the definition of cosmetology. As a result, braiding would no longer be regulated by the Board of Cosmetology and Barbering. Braiders would not be required to obtain or maintain a cosmetology license or training for braiding. The bill does not specify a new regulatory framework for braiding beyond removing it from cosmetology licensure.

Who It Affects

• Hair braiders and braid-focused businesses would no longer need cosmetology licensure or board training for braiding.
• The Alabama Board of Cosmetology and Barbering would stop regulating braiding, shifting its regulatory focus away from braiding toward other cosmetology practices.

Key Provisions

• Amends Section 34-7B-1 to remove braiding from the definition of cosmetology.
• Excludes hair braiding from licensure and training requirements of the Board of Cosmetology and Barbering.
• Natural Hair Styling remains defined to include braiding within its scope, not removing braiding from that definition.
• Effective date: the act becomes effective on the first day of the third month following its passage and approval by the Governor.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Cosmetology