Iowa 2025-2026 Regular Session

Iowa Senate Bill SF551

Caption

A bill for an act relating to the practice of barbering and cosmetology arts and sciences, including schools of barbering and cosmetology arts and sciences and a combined course of study for the practice of esthetics and nail technology.(Formerly SF 316.)

Impact

The bill also introduces provisions for a combined course of study for students pursuing licensure in both esthetics and nail technology. Under the new structure, students who undertake this combined coursework must complete all licensure requirements for each area to gain individual licenses. This approach aims to foster a more versatile workforce, aligning educational programs with industry needs while catering to student preferences for comprehensive training.

Summary

Senate File 551 (SF551) addresses the regulation of barbering and cosmetology practices in Iowa. The bill allows instructors at barbering and cosmetology schools to perform services for compensation while not instructing students, effectively enabling a dual role that could enhance practical training opportunities for students. Furthermore, the legislation stipulates that schools are exempt from requiring a separate establishment license when services are performed by instructors, streamlining regulations for educational institutions in this field.

Contention

While SF551 is positioned as a positive step towards enhancing educational flexibility and workforce development, there may be concerns regarding the potential quality of training if instructors simultaneously take on service provision responsibilities. Critics might argue that attention could be divided between teaching and practicing, potentially affecting student learning outcomes. Therefore, the balance between practical experience and education remains a point of contention that could arise in legislative discussions.

Companion Bills

IA SF316

Similar To A bill for an act relating to the practice of barbering and cosmetology arts and sciences, including schools of barbering and cosmetology arts and sciences and a combined course of study for the practice of esthetics and nail technology.(See SF 551.)

Previously Filed As

IA SF387

A bill for an act relating to the practice of barbering and cosmetology arts and sciences and providing transition provisions.(Formerly SSB 1108.)

IA SSB1108

A bill for an act relating to the practice of barbering and cosmetology arts and sciences and providing transition provisions.(See SF 387.)

IA HSB211

A bill for an act relating to the practice of barbering and cosmetology arts and sciences and providing transition provisions.(See HF 652.)

IA HF652

A bill for an act relating to the practice of barbering and cosmetology arts and sciences and providing transition provisions. (Formerly HSB 211.) Effective date: 07/01/2023.

IA HF137

A bill for an act relating to the practice of cosmetology and barbering in certain locations.(Formerly HSB 40.)

IA SF21

A bill for an act relating to the practice of cosmetology and barbering in certain locations.

IA HSB40

A bill for an act relating to the practice of cosmetology and barbering in certain locations.(See HF 137.)

IA HF2117

A bill for an act relating to a barbering and cosmetology establishment training program.

IA HF254

A bill for an act relating to the study of cosmetology.(Formerly HSB 90.)

IA HSB90

A bill for an act relating to the study of cosmetology.(See HF 254.)

Similar Bills

IL HB4570

COSMETOLOGY/BARBER TEACHER

PA HB591

Further providing for definitions, for practice without license prohibited, for eligibility requirements for examination, for limited licenses, for requirements of a school of cosmetology, for practice in licensed salons only, for booth rental prohibited, for fees, for duration and renewal of licenses and for penalties.

PA HB1820

Further providing for definitions, for practice without license prohibited, for eligibility requirements for examination, for limited licenses, for requirements of a school of cosmetology, for practice in licensed salons only, for booth rental prohibited, for fees, for applicability, for duration and renewal of licenses and for penalties.

PA SB1031

Further providing for definitions, for practice without license prohibited, for eligibility requirements for examination, for limited licenses, for requirements of a school of cosmetology, for practice in licensed salons only, for booth rental prohibited, for sanitary rules and for fees; providing for municipal registration, business license and taxes; further providing for duration and renewal of licenses and for penalties; and providing for waiver of certain fees, fines and penalties.

KY SB113

AN ACT relating to beauty services.

IL HB3460

COSMETOLOGY/BARBER-APPRENTICES

SD HB1054

Amend requirements for cosmetology apprenticeships.

IA SF316

A bill for an act relating to the practice of barbering and cosmetology arts and sciences, including schools of barbering and cosmetology arts and sciences and a combined course of study for the practice of esthetics and nail technology.(See SF 551.)