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Protect Your License

Attention all beauty care professionals and Georgia residents! We need your support to prevent Senate Bill 354 from passing. The Georgia State Legislature is considering SB 354, a bill that would deregulate licensing for barbers and cosmetologists. This bill threatens the quality of service provided by these professionals, as well as the safety of consumers.

Sign The Petition

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No to SB 354

Senate Bill 354, currently being considered in the State of Georgia, aims to exempt licensing for individuals performing limited responsibilities within the beauty care industry. This includes roles such as Barber Apprentice, Barber II, and Cosmetologists. We strongly oppose this bill as it compromises the safety and quality of services provided by licensed professionals.

Without proper licensing, anyone can claim to be a professional barber or cosmetologist. This move threatens the professional standards of these industries, potentially putting consumers at risk. In Georgia, there are over 50,000 licensed barbers and cosmetologists (Georgia Secretary of State), all of whom have undergone rigorous training to ensure they meet industry standards. By deregulating licensing, we risk compromising these standards and endangering public health, leading to an increase in unsanitary practices and potential health risks. We urge our legislators in Georgia to vote No on SB 354. Preserve our standards for professional service and consumer safety by keeping licensing requirements intact for barbers and cosmetologists.

Please sign this petition today!

SIGN PETITION

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What You Can Do

Join BCPA

Join the network of beauty care professionals, students, schools, and customers across America. We will keep you updated on current issues that affect out industry. Together we stand.

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Sign the Petition

Sign the petition to oppose SB 354. This is open to all. It is not exclusive to beauty professionals, barbers, and students. https://sign.moveon.org/petitions/protect-barber-and-cosmetologist-license-vote-no-sb-354

Contact Your State Representative

Contact the State Representative for your district.
A list of Georgia State Representatives can be found here.

Send an email to your State Rep. urging them to oppose SB 354. Below is the email template:

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[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]
[Date]


The Honorable [Representative’s Name]
[Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]


Dear Representative [Last Name],

I am writing to express my strong opposition to SB 354, which is currently under consideration. This bill, as currently written, threatens the quality of service provided by these professionals, as well as the safety of consumers. Without proper licensing, anyone can claim to be a professional barber or cosmetologist. This move threatens the professional standards of these industries, potentially putting consumers at risk.

In Georgia, there are over 50,000 licensed barbers and cosmetologists (Georgia Secretary of State), all of whom have undergone rigorous training to ensure they meet industry standards. By deregulating licensing, we risk compromising these standards and endangering public health, leading to an increase in unsanitary practices and potential health risks. I urge you to vote against SB 354 to protect and preserve our standards for professional service and consumer safety by keeping licensing requirements intact for barbers and cosmetologists. Please consider the well-being of our community and the long-term effects this bill may have.

Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your response.

Sincerely,
[Your Name]