Senator Marchman introduced House Bill 26-1181, concerning the Barber and Cosmetologist Act. The bill continues the regulation of barbers and cosmetologist until September 2033 based on the recommendations in the 2025 sunset review of the act. A copy of the sunset review may be found at this link: https://coprrr.colorado.gov/sites/coprrr/files/documents/2025SunsetBarbersCosmotologists.pdf.

Sarah Werner, representing the Division of Professions and Occupations in the Department of Regulatory Agencies, testified in support of the bill. Laura Kelly, representing Institute for Justice, testified in support of the bill.