West Virginia 2026 Regular Session

West Virginia Senate Bill SB 330

Introduced
1/15/26  

Caption

Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists rule relating to barber apprenticeship

Summary

SB 330 is a rule bill concerning the Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists and specifically addresses regulations related to barber apprenticeship. Because the bill text was not available in the provided materials, the precise substantive changes to the apprenticeship rule cannot be identified from the record here. Based on the caption, the measure appears to be an administrative or regulatory update affecting how barber apprenticeship is governed under the board’s rules. The bill’s likely effect is to modify state administrative rules governing barber apprenticeship programs, which could affect apprentices, barbers, training establishments, and the Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists. Depending on the rule language, it may alter requirements for training, supervision, licensing progression, or program administration. The bill is currently noted as having been sent to the Senate Judiciary Committee, indicating it was under review rather than fully enacted at the time reflected in the record.

Impact

SB 330 would affect the regulatory framework administered by the West Virginia Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists, likely changing or clarifying rules tied to barber apprenticeship. Any impact would be on the board’s authority to implement apprenticeship standards and on individuals or businesses participating in barber training and licensure pathways. Because the bill text is unavailable, the exact statutory or regulatory sections affected cannot be specified from the provided materials.

Sentiment

No committee transcript or recorded vote information was provided, so there is no direct evidence of support, opposition, or debate from the available record. The bill’s referral to Judiciary suggests it was still in the committee process, but the materials do not show whether it was controversial or routine. Overall sentiment cannot be reliably determined beyond the fact that it was moving through the legislative process.

Contention

No specific points of contention are documented in the provided materials. If there were disagreements, they are not reflected in the available transcripts or votes. Potential areas of concern in a barber apprenticeship rule bill would typically include training requirements, licensing standards, regulatory burden, and the scope of the board’s authority, but those issues are not confirmed here.

Companion Bills

WV HB4283

Similar To Relating to authorizing the Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists to promulgate a legislative rule relating to barber apprenticeship.

Previously Filed As

WV SB377

Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists rule relating to schedule of fees

WV SB378

Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists rule relating to schedule of fines

WV SB376

Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists rule relating to operation of certain salons and schools

WV HB2297

Relating to authorizing the Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the schedule of fees

WV HB2298

Relating to authorizing the Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the schedule of fines

WV HB2296

Relating to authorizing the Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists to promulgate a legislative rule relating to the operation of barber, cosmetology, nail technology, aesthetic, hair styling, and waxing salons and schools

WV SB369

Authorizing miscellaneous boards and agencies to promulgate legislative rules

WV SB392

Board of Pharmacy rule relating to licensure and practice of pharmacy

WV HB3077

West Virginia Skilled and Ready to Work Internship and Apprenticeship Incentive Act

WV SB386

Board of Occupational Therapy rule relating to fees for services rendered by board

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.