An Act relative to the Board of Registration of Cosmetology and Barbering exams

HD 1074 requires the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Cosmetology and Barbering to offer all practical and written examinations in English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, and Haitian Creole. This directly affects individuals seeking cosmetology or barbering licenses in Massachusetts who may prefer or require testing in one of these languages. The bill mandates the board provide exams in these five specific languages, expanding accessibility beyond English alone. The change takes effect 180 days after the law is enacted.