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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