The Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation adopted amendments to existing rules at 16 Texas Administrative Code (TAC), Chapter 118, Subchapter A, §118.3; Subchapter B, §118.12 and §118.13; Subchapter C, §§118.26, 118.28, and 118.29; Subchapter F, §118.50; and Subchapter H, §118.70, regarding the Laser Hair Removal program. The adopted amendments remove size and font-size requirements… Read More about Commission Adopts Rules
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The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) Enforcement division is developing an enforcement plan for the Laser Hair Removal industry and is seeking input from anyone involved in the industry. The enforcement plan, which is required by Texas Occupations Code, §51.302(c), sets out the ranges of penalties and license sanctions that apply to alleged… Read More about TDLR Seeks Industry Input for Enforcement Plan
The Governor’s Executive Order removes state-imposed restrictions on business capacity and masks. Effective Wednesday, March 10, there are no COVID-19 related operating limits for any business or other establishment. Individuals are strongly encouraged to wear masks over the nose and mouth wherever it is not feasible to maintain six feet of social distancing from another person who… Read More about Governor’s Executive Order Regarding Masks and Business Capacity
The following applications are now enabled for online submission as of January 18, 2021: In case you missed it, the Initial Apprentice-In-Training Laser Hair Removal application was enabled for online submission on August 2, 2020. Submitting an online application can cut your wait time by up to 75% compared to paper submissions. Don’t forget to… Read More about More Laser Applications Available Online