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Domestic Violence Support: Training for Cosmetologists and Barbers

This act aims to increase support for domestic violence victims by providing additional funds to states that implement mandatory training for cosmetologists and barbers. These trainings will teach them how to recognize signs of abuse and refer clients to appropriate resources. This way, beauty salon professionals can become a crucial point of contact for those in need of help.
Key points
States implementing mandatory, free training for cosmetologists and barbers on recognizing and responding to domestic violence will receive increased grants.
The training aims to help identify domestic violence victims and refer them to support organizations.
The act authorizes $5 million annually for this purpose from fiscal years 2027 through 2033.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_520
Sponsor: Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN]
Process start date: 2025-02-11