A recent veto of HB 1030 could eliminate the Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering as early as July 1. If lawmakers don’t act by May 30, the state may lose its only agency protecting licensing, sanitation and public safety in salons and cosmetology schools. What’s at stake: – Delays or disruptions to licensing – No clear oversight for schools or salons – No professional protection for 77,000 licensed stylists and barbers Oklahoma would be the only state in the U.S. without a cosmetology regulatory board—a move that could signal a shift toward deregulation and reduced industry standards. 📢 Oklahoma stylists: Take action now through probeautyassoc and tell lawmakers to protect your license and your profession. 🔗 Tap the link in bio to learn more and get involved. #btceditorial #behindthechair #oklahomastylist #cosmetologynews #licensingmatters #salonsafety #hairindustry #probeautyassociation #protectourlicense #cosmetologystudent #hairdresserstrong #barberlife