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Panel backs limited lash-tech license to set training and safety standards, witnesses say
Summary
Supporters of House Bill 12 23 told the Economic Matters Committee the measure would set health, safety and training standards for eyelash-extension services while avoiding the high cost and lengthy training required by cosmetology or aesthetician programs.
Supporters of House Bill 12 23 told the Economic Matters Committee the measure would set health, safety and training standards for eyelash-extension services while avoiding the high cost and lengthy training requirements of cosmetology or aesthetician programs.
Delegate April Rose introduced the proposal and turned the floor to industry witnesses who described risks from unregulated practice and urged a 100-hour accredited training requirement and competency exam. Charity Flaskamp, a cosmetology professional with more than two decades of experience, said a limited license would bring Maryland in line with other states and help prevent eye infections, allergic reactions and other harms.
Several salon owners and small-business advocates framed the bill as an economic equity…
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