1. (1) As used in this section:

   1. (a) Adverse action has the meaning set forth in article 2 of section 24-60-4901.
   2. (b) Background check has the meaning set forth in article 2 of section 24-60-4901.
   3. (c) Commission means the cosmetology licensure compact commission established in article 9 of section 24-60-4901.
   4. (d) Compact means the cosmetology licensure compact authorized in part 49 of article 60 of title 24.
   5. (e) Current significant investigative information has the meaning set forth in article 2 of section 24-60-4901.
   6. (f) Data system has the meaning set forth in article 2 of section 24-60-4901.
   7. (g) Investigative information has the meaning set forth in article 2 of section 24-60-4901.
   8. (h) Member state means a state that has enacted the compact.
   9. (i) Multistate license has the meaning set forth in article 2 of section 24-60-4901.

2. (2) In addition to any powers and duties specified in the compact for member states, the director has the following powers and duties with regard to the compact:

   1. (a) To facilitate Colorado's participation in the compact;
   2. (b) To comply with the rules of the commission;
   3. (c) To promulgate rules in accordance with article 4 of title 24 as necessary for the implementation, administration, and enforcement of the compact;
   4. (d) To serve, or to designate another individual to serve, as a delegate on and attend meetings of the commission in accordance with the terms of the compact;
   5. (e) To notify the commission, in compliance with the terms of the compact and commission rules, of any adverse action or the availability of investigative information, including current significant investigative information, regarding a licensee;
   6. (f) To implement procedures for considering one or more of the following categories of information from applicants for licensure: Criminal history, disciplinary history, or background check;
   7. (g) To grant a multistate license to a licensee in accordance with the terms of the compact and to charge a fee to individuals applying for the multistate license;
   8. (h) To participate fully in the data system consistent with the compact requirements and the rules of the commission; and
   9. (i) To approve payment of assessments levied by the commission to cover the cost of operations and activities of the commission and its staff.

Source: L. 2024: Entire section added, (HB 24-1111), ch. 381, p. 2602, § 2, effective August 7.