Arkansas Code Title 17, Subtitle 2, Chapter 26, Subchapter 5 - Natural Hair Braiding Protection Act

• § 17-26-501 - Title.
  This subchapter shall be known and may be cited as the "Natural Hair Braiding Protection Act".
• § 17-26-502 - Legislative Findings.
  The General Assembly finds that: (1) Natural hair braiding is a traditional practice that is safe; (2) Natural hair braiding presents no significant health...
• § 17-26-503 - Definitions.
  As used in this subchapter: (1) "Mechanical device" means clips, combs, curlers, curling irons, hairpins, rollers, scissors, needles, thread, and hair binders; and (2)...
• § 17-26-504 - Exemption.
  The practice of natural hair braiding, except as provided by this subchapter, is exempt from regulation under this chapter and is exempt from the...
• § 17-26-505 - Application of Certification Requirements.
  (a) A person who has practiced natural hair braiding for two (2) consecutive years as of December 31, 2015, shall be granted a natural...

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