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HB 1165·SD·house

establish basic and advanced esthetics licenses, and to revise the licensure chapter for cosmetology, nail technology, and esthetics.

Passed One ChamberFiled Jan 28, 2026
Sponsor: Hulse
Latest Action

Do Pass Amended

Feb 11, 2026

Summary

HB 1165 adds two new license categories – basic and advanced esthetician – and revises the definitions and licensing requirements for cosmetology, nail technology and esthetics. It also clarifies who may practice natural hair braiding without a license and defines the specific services each license type can perform. The changes aim to modernize the profession’s regulatory framework and protect consumers.

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