Currently, if you have a cosmetology license in one state, you need to undergo testing and get re-licensed if you want to offer services in another state. But, there is new legislation in the works to make this an easier process for beauty, wellness, and grooming professionals to perform services across states.
Maryland and Colorado have recently become the 5th and 6th states to adopt the Cosmetology Licensure Compact, which is an interstate agreement that will improve license reciprocity in member states for a range of occupations.
As stated in a recent article from American Salon, “The Future of the Beauty Industry Coalition, which is championing the interstate compact along with the Department of Defense and the Council of State Governments, calls this a ‘barrier that puts limitations on our industry’.”
Are you in a state that is impacted by this legislation? Do you think this is a positive change in the industry? Share your thoughts in the thread!