HB89 Alabama 2021 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Rolanda HollisRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2021

Title

Consumer, regulate microblading and eyelash extension facilities, penalties

Summary

HB89 would regulate microblading facilities in Alabama by setting licensing rules, safety standards, and penalties, with oversight by the State Department of Public Health.

What This Bill Does

It creates a licensing system for microblading facilities, requires technician certification, and sets rules for safety, records, and informed consent. It authorizes the Department to inspect and enforce the rules, imposes penalties for violations, and allows civil action for violations. It also notes that the bill’s local-funding implications are addressed under the state constitution's exceptions.

Who It Affects

• Microblading facility owners/operators who must apply for and renew licenses, pay fees, and follow rules
• Microblading technicians who must show proof of course certification and follow safety requirements
• Clients/patients who gain regulated facilities, written information sheets, and better record-keeping
• Local county health departments and the State Department of Public Health, which enforce and inspect facilities

Key Provisions

• Defines terms (department, facility, microblade/microblading, minor) and assigns authority to the State Department of Public Health
• Requires facility licensing with fees ($250 initial, $200 annual renewal, $50 temporary) and nontransferable licenses; facilities must be inspected before licensing and periodically thereafter
• Prohibits performing microblading without technician certification; restricts minors without parental consent and prohibits performing microblading if person is intoxicated
• Requires microblade technicians to be governed by the Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act
• Mandates license display, glove use, permanent record-keeping, patient information sheets, and 24-hour disease notification to health authorities; authorizes enforcement actions including suspension, revocation, and civil injunctive relief
• Class C misdemeanor penalties for violations; local-funding implications addressed as exceptions under the constitution

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

Subjects

Consumers and Consumer Protection