89R2342 RDR-D
By: Howard H.B. No. 837
A BILL TO BE ENTITLED
AN ACT
relating to instruction for barbers and cosmetologists on
identifying and assisting victims of domestic violence.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF TEXAS:
SECTION 1. Section 1603.2308, Occupations Code, is amended
by adding Subsection (b-1) to read as follows:
(b-1) The rules adopted under Subsection (b) must require
students to receive instruction on identifying and assisting
victims of domestic violence.
SECTION 2. Section 1603.3002, Occupations Code, is amended
by adding Subsection (d) to read as follows:
(d) In addition to any continuing education requirements
established under Subsection (a), the commission shall adopt rules
requiring a license holder to complete continuing education on
identifying and assisting victims of domestic violence.
SECTION 3. As soon as practicable after the effective date
of this Act, the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation shall
adopt rules to implement the changes in law made by this Act.
SECTION 4. This Act takes effect September 1, 2025.