Alabama · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 279: Alabama Board of Cosmetology and Barbering; adoption of Esthetics Licensure Compact
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 279 is a bill introduced in the Alabama House on January 20, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Alabama Board of Cosmetology and Barbering; adoption of Esthetics Licensure Compact. Primary sponsor: Kenyatté Hassell (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 5, 2026): Read for the Second Time and placed on the Calendar (Boards, Agencies and Commissions).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Occupational Licensing Boards
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenyatté Hassell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 78 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Read for the Second Time and placed on the Calendar (Boards, Agencies and Commissions)
- Reported Out of Committee House of Origin
- Read for the first time and referred to the House Committee on Boards, Agencies and Commissions
- Pending Committee Action in House of Origin (Boards, Agencies and Commissions)