Resolution 232 proposes to reduce the required cosmetology educational requirements from 2100 hours down to 1500. I am also voicing my opposition to reductions in LR-227, 228, 229, & 230. If this becomes law, it would cut over 28% of the required hours to complete cosmetology or barber training. Education is powerful. The current level of professional practice in Nebraska protects the safety of the public. (Especially those I know and love.) The confidence and safety that Nebraskans now enjoy, when they enter a professional establishment, could change quickly should educational standards be lowered.

I respectfully ask you to "say no" to lowering educational requirements in the state of Nebraska for Cosmetologists, Barbers, Nail Techs, Estheticians, and Massage Therapists.