· HI legislature · 2026

RELATING TO NATURAL HAIR BRAIDING.

Requires natural hair braiders to be registered, rather than licensed, under the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. By 11/1/2026, requires the Board to adopt rules prescribing the approved courses or programs on sanitation, health, and safety. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Sponsor

Linda Ichiyama (D-HI)

Introduced

2026-03-12

Policy area

Labor and Employment

Latest action

Prefiled.