Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill

H 4978: An Act to promote domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education and training in the field of cosmetology and barbering

In committee Last action January 28, 2026: Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means

Plain-language summary

H 4978 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on January 28, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act to promote domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education and training in the field of cosmetology and barbering. Primary sponsor: Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 28, 2026): Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. 3 co-sponsors.