C.R.S. § 12-105-125.5: Interstate compact for cosmetologists - powers and duties - rules - definitions.

(1) As used in this section:

(a) "Adverse action" has the meaning set forth in article 2 of section 24-60-4901.

(b) "Background check" has the meaning set forth in article 2 of section 24-60-4901.

(c) "Commission" means the cosmetology licensure compact commission established in article 9 of section 24-60-4901.

(d) "Compact" means the cosmetology licensure compact authorized in part 49 of article 60 of title 24.

(e) "Current significant investigative information" has the meaning set forth in article 2 of section 24-60-4901.

(f) "Data system" has the meaning set forth in article 2 of section 24-60-4901.

(g) "Investigative information" has the meaning set forth in article 2 of section 24-60-4901.

(h) "Member state" means a state that has enacted the compact.

(i) "Multistate license" has the meaning set forth in article 2 of section 24-60-4901.

(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:

(a) To facilitate Colorado's participation in the compact;

(b) To comply with the rules of the commission;

(c) To promulgate rules in accordance with article 4 of title 24 as necessary for the implementation, administration, and enforcement of the compact;

(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;

(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;

(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;

(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;

(h) To participate fully in the data system consistent with the compact requirements and the rules of the commission; and

(i) To approve payment of assessments levied by the commission to cover the cost of operations and activities of the commission and its staff.