Henrico cosmetologists offer mixed reviews of planned reduced licensing standards; Democrats Shippee, Gibson enter race for 57th District seat

Henrico Newsflash – July 29, 2022

Jul 29, 2022

Henrico cosmetologists, stylists offer mixed reviews of planned reduced licensing standards

In a decision that has received mixed reviews from cosmetologists and stylists in Henrico, the Virginia Board for Barbers and Cosmetology voted to chop the number of hours required to obtain a cosmetology license by 33% – from 1,500 to 1,000 – at its July 11 meeting.

Lowering the number of hours needed to get a cosmetology license is part of Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s plan to reduce regulatory burdens on Virginia businesses by 25%, according to a press release.

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Democrats Shippee, Gibson enter race for 57th District seat

Two Democrats have announced plans to seek their party’s nomination for the in the race for the newly redesigned 57th District in Virginia’s House of Delegates.

Henrico residents Susanna Gibson and Bob Shippee are vying for the nomination and the right to face the Republican nominee. To date, David Owen is the only Republican who has announced for the seat.

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