New Law in Minnesota Mandates Inclusive Hair 教育 for Cosmetology Licensing

由纹理教育集体倡导, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed legislation requiring the Cosmetology State Board licensing to include training and testing on all hair types and textures.

明尼阿波里斯市, MN (2024年6月11日) Minnesota became the third state in the nation to require training, 教育, and testing on all hair types and textures in order to earn a cosmetology license when Governor Tim Walz signed legislation into law on May 24, 2024. This monumental achievement for inclusive beauty in Minnesota will ensure hair stylists have the skills and knowledge to provide proper and safe hair services for all.

的 legislation was sponsored by Minnesota State Senator Bobby Joe Champion, Esther Agbaje代表, and the nba篮球下注在线入口 (nba竞猜官网) in conjunction with the 纹理教育集体 (侦探), Aveda创立, DevaCurl, 欧莱雅美国, 和尼尔公司, Aveda艺术的老板 & 科学研究院. Louisiana enacted a similar mandate in November of 2021. 在这次成功之后, the 侦探 was founded and helped to champion the passing of New York’s texture 教育 legislation, (2023年11月), 其次是明尼苏达州和康涅狄格州(2024年5月).

“This Minnesota law is not just about reading textbooks; practical application and understanding the nuances of different hair types are essential,瓦伦西亚·蒙哥马利·约翰逊说, Aveda艺术的美容教育家 & 科学研究院 明尼阿波里斯市, who testified before the State Senate in support of the new law. “I applaud the legislators and the advocates who championed this bill. Minnesota’s melting pot of cultures deserves a beauty industry that reflects its diversity. This is a victory for stylists, clients, and the future of our profession.”

“Minnesota continues to take steps to recognize and celebrate our racial and ethnic diversity,参议院主席鲍比·乔·钱皮恩说

明尼阿波里斯市). “One part of that effort is helping people to feel comfortable in how they look, 这是不是自然的, 经典风格, 或者是他们自己的东西. In 2023, the CROWN Act prohibited workplace discrimination against naturally worn Black hair. This new law will increase the knowledge base and cultural competence of the cosmetology industry in our state. This 教育 will open stylists up to new clientele populations and will make it easier for BIPOC customers to get the service they need to feel and look their best.”

“This legislation marks a significant milestone for the 侦探. Getting bills signed in three states in under six months is a huge feat, demonstrating the growing momentum and systemic change to achieve greater equity in the beauty industry. We congratulate the Minnesota legislators on this important progress and encourage other states to follow suit, driving greater equity in 教育 for stylists and consumers alike,迈拉·雷迪说, 政府事务总监, nba篮球下注在线入口. 目前,65%的美国人都不知道该做什么.S. 拥有有质感的头发(Pivot Point 2024年1月), underscoring the importance of equipping stylists with the skills needed to provide comprehensive texture care services. 世界越来越多样化, making it crucial for the beauty industry to adapt and meet the needs of all clients. To sign a petition advocating for textured hair to be included in cosmetology testing standards and for more information on how to become a supporting member of the 侦探, 访问tam-ce.com.

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关于纹理教育集体

纹理教育集体 (侦探) was created by hair industry leaders to ensure that cosmetology licensing and school programs include all hair types and textures. 的 objective is to empower cosmetologists and stylists with the confidence to consult and work with clients who have textured hair.

Founding members of the 纹理教育集体 include Aveda, DevaCurl™, 欧莱雅美国, 和尼尔公司. 支持合作伙伴包括Avalon, Aveda Arts & 科学研究院, BBR, Bumble和Bumble, 艾维-约翰逊, L 'ANZA, 活生生的例子, 夫人, Sam Villa和Texture vs. 比赛

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