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Michigan Cannot Enforce Its Own Barbering Laws

Illegal barbers are everywhere, but the state targets just one for fines and potential jail time

Karl Manke, a barber in Owosso, openly defied Gov. Gretchen … under the state’s lockdown on barbers. He understands that he is … According to his lawyer, the barber also faces a fine of $1,000 … attention for illegally offering barbering services during the state … have violated the state’s barbering law as well. As Michigan … more

1,200 Hours To Be a Lawyer, But 2,000 To Be a Barber

New bill would repeal haircut licensing standards

… in Michigan. Yet, to be a barber in Michigan, someone must … repeal all license mandates on barber school, barber colleges and barbers.  McMillin said he got the … laws regulating the size of barber shops’ garbage cans. According … more

Why Does the State License Barbers?

Licensing bill doesn't go far enough

… instruction at a ‘licensed barber college’ that an individual … 2,000 hours of education in a "barber college" to work, compared … Confidential last year asked Michigan Barber School Director Darryl Green … see them get a haircut in a barber shop five years from now. … licensing requirement for barbers. A search for deaths or injuries … more

Judge Won’t Shut Down Owosso Barber Over ‘Theoretical’ Threat

Asks why barber wasn’t arrested if threat was real

A judge refused to shut down the Owosso barber who defied Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's stay-at-home order. … said on May 21 that the state’s argument that barber Karl Manke was a public health threat “must be … 4, Manke defied the state order and opened his barber shop. On May 3, Shiawassee County reported having … more

Barber Bill Barely Takes Anything Off The Top

Wholesale changes — not minor trims — to business regulations needed in Michigan

… of things I look for in a barber, but the fact they are required … modify the hours required for barbers to get into the business. … Michigan because he did his barber training in Ohio, which requires … fundamental problem with the state’s barber requirement — "overly strict … for individuals to pursue barbering in our state and create unnecessary … more

Where’s The Data On Whitmer’s Perplexing Orders?

Public in the dark on why pet groomers can open but not barbers, and much more

… to inform the decision to keep hair salons and barbers locked down while allowing pet groomers to open … permit swimming pools to reopen while keeping barbers locked down? The May 21 press conference provided … Whitmer said her preference is for hair salons and barbers to be open by the July 4 weekend. “But we may … more

Not Just Michigan Restaurants Under Patron Contact Tracing Mandate

'Barbering and cosmetology services, cinemas, sporting venues, amusement parks, arcades and bingo halls'

… phone numbers of customers so that they can be contacted if they are exposed to someone who has COVID-19. This includes businesses that provide barbering and cosmetology services, cinemas, sporting venues, amusement parks, arcades and bingo halls. We want to protect not only customers, but also hardworking, … more

Jan. 13, 2012 MichiganVotes.org Weekly Roll Call

… time.   Senate Bill 857: Ban barber pole display by unlicensed … from earning a living as a barber unless he or she gets a state … license from displaying a barber pole. Under current law, barbering is illegal without a license, and a new barber can’t get a license unless … more

Cutting Hair or Working as an Athletic Trainer in Michigan May Get a Bit Easier

Bills would lessen some licensing restrictions

… to become or continue working as barbers, cosmetologists and athletic trainers … would allow people who study to be a barber or cosmetologist to get a license … license. For example, an aspiring barber who logged 1,000 hours of instruction toward the barber license could use those same 1,000 … more

Helping the Little Guy: Relieve Occupational Licensing Requirements and Fees

… gutters and laying down tile. State barbers have among the heaviest licensing … training at one of the seven private barber colleges in the state. Lawyers only … Unsurprisingly, the colleges training Michigan barbers fight tirelessly to keep the regulations … the most to gain (like the private barber colleges) devote more resources to … more

Cop Or Barber? Clipping Hair In Michigan Requires Three Times More Training

594 hours versus 1,800 hours

To become a barber in the state of Michigan an individual must obtain a license that requires completing 1,800 hours of training at a licensed barber college. To become a police officer in Michigan, an individual must complete … more

Michigan AG Dana Nessel Says Rebel Barber 'Not A Hero,' 'Not A Patriot'

Says jail a 'last resort' but license suspended

… interview about 77-year-old Owosso barber Karl Manke who has refused to shut … orders. The state has suspended his barber license. “We are not looking to throw … she has been watching the Owosso barber. “Is he using a fresh cape for every … the virus has spread because of the barber. “I hope we don’t see an uptick in … more

Some Desperate Barbers, Salons, Others Reopen Despite Lockdown

But beware the license bureau

Owosso barber Karl Manke has received international attention for keeping his shop open despite a Michigan COVID-19 emergency stay-at-home order. He's … the state licensing bureau is offering no similar leniency. Karl Manke's barber's license has been suspended. more

Supreme Court Justice on Owosso Barber: 'Decisions Made According To The Rule of Law, Not Hysteria'

The Michigan Supreme Court ruled 7-0 on June 5 in favor of Owosso barber Karl Manke who had defied Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's executive order shutdown and … impediment to continuing to stay open. The case will likely become moot once barbers are allowed to open on June 15. In effect, the Michigan Supreme Court … more

Giving A Friend A Manicure Or Haircut Is Illegal in Michigan

And getting the license takes more training than homebuilders or EMTs

… licensure requirements on barbers and cosmetologists. The law … license under this article.” Barbers were one of the first professions … are stringent: Getting a barber’s license here requires an … to $20,000 in tuition to a barber school, according to Damon … president of the American Barber Association. Dorsey told … more

Occupational Licensing Costs Hurt Working Class Michiganders

… medical technician (EMT) or barber? The correct answer is barber. In terms of time and cost, … easily than a prospective barber. For example, Baker College’s … to complete. Completing a barber certification program in Michigan … from 2014 to 2024, while the barber profession will grow 10 percent. … more

Whitmer's Latest Instruction: Wait In The Car Until Your Appointment Calls

The doctor is in; you're not

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer issued her 161st executive order of 2020 on July 29. The executive order asks businesses such as dentists, physicians, barbers and salons to have customers wait in their cars if possible until their appointment is ready. The executive order also mandates that certain businesses … more

Commentary: Laws Should Be Just, Benefit Consumers

Licensing standards need to be scaled back

… industry. Michigan’s licensed barber shop colleges provide a case … illegal to earn a living as a barber unless one first obtains a … “course of study” at a licensed barber college. The state Office … for Michigan’s five licensed barber colleges that are guaranteed … a good deal for incumbent barbers, because it dramatically reduces … more

Jobs Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow

Licensing and regulation overkill hurts job market.

… of Utah hair-braiding, the Barber, Cosmetology/Barber, Esthetics, Electrology and … made up largely of licensed barbers and cosmetologists, shot her … classes and two exams to work. Barbers are required to spend 2,000 … existed. And despite claims that barbers are “the closest you can get” … more