Hair salon employees across Illinois would become a new front line in identifying victims of domestic violence and educating them about their options under legislation proposed by state Rep. Fran Hurley, D-Chicago, and backed by Chicago Ald. Matt O’Shea.
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It would require one hour of training for nail technicians, cosmetologists and hairdressers who must renew their licenses every two years. The training would be a one-time event and would become part of the program required for renewing a license, not an additional component, according to those backing the bill.