HB340 Alabama 2022 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Rod Scott

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2022

Title

Board of Cosmetology and Barbering, to allow licensed cosmetologist to sponsor up to three apprentices at one time

Summary

HB340 would let certain cosmetology instructors sponsor up to three apprentices at a time instead of just one.

What This Bill Does

The bill expands who can sponsor apprentices from a single limit to up to three for eligible instructors. To qualify, the instructor must have at least three years of experience, hold a current cosmetology instructor license issued under 34-7B-24, and teach in a school licensed by the Alabama Board of Cosmetology and Barbering. This increases apprenticeship opportunities for students by allowing more instructors to sponsor multiple apprentices.

Who It Affects

• Cosmetology instructors who hold an active instructor license and have at least three years of experience; they would be allowed to sponsor up to three apprentices at one time.
• Cosmetology schools licensed by the Board and prospective apprentices seeking sponsorship, who could have more opportunities to be sponsored by experienced instructors.

Key Provisions

• A cosmetologist with an active instructor license (issued under Section 34-7B-24) and at least three years of experience may sponsor up to three apprentices at one time.
• The instructor must teach in a school that is licensed by the Alabama Board of Cosmetology and Barbering.
• The act becomes effective on the first day of the third month following its passage and approval by the Governor (or upon becoming law).

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 and Barbering, Board of