New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill

S 5839: Requires domestic violence and sexual assault awareness training for the licensing of nail specialty, natural hair styling, esthetics and cosmetology

In committee Last action January 7, 2026: REFERRED TO CONSUMER PROTECTION

Plain-language summary

S 5839 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on March 3, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Requires domestic violence and sexual assault awareness training for the licensing of nail specialty, natural hair styling, esthetics and cosmetology. Primary sponsor: James Skoufis (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO CONSUMER PROTECTION.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: James Skoufis (Democratic).