The SALONS Stories Act amends federal law to provide increased grants to states that require cosmetologists and barbers to complete domestic violence prevention training as part of their licensing process. States that implement this requirement can receive grants that are up to 10 percent higher than their average federal funding for combating domestic violence, with the training covering how to recognize signs of abuse, respond appropriately, and refer clients to victim resources. The bill authorizes five million dollars annually from 2024 through 2030 to fund these grant increases, though individual states can receive the increased funding for a maximum of three years. The legislation targets states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and U.S. territories, with the Attorney General responsible for reviewing state applications and administering the grants. This approach leverages the frequent client interactions that cosmetologists and barbers have to help identify and support domestic violence victims.
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