Myra Reddy

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Myra Y. Irizarry Reddy is the Director of Government Affairs for the Professional Beauty Association (PBA). Myra studies various issues affecting the professional beauty industry including local, state and federal legislation. She writes advocacy campaigns, policy positions, and testimony.

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Women in the Beauty Industry are Key Community Connectors

The professional beauty industry is often viewed as led by women that foster a connection with the community, a connection between industry professionals and clients that, for many, span years, even decades.

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Pay Attention – Here’s What Your State Legislatures Have Been Up To

Less than half of all states remain in legislative session as we move into summer. Bills that have passed are now headed to the state governor to be signed into…

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An Interstate Compact for Beauty Industry Being Studied: Could Lead to Increased Mobility of Your License

The Council of State Governments (CSG) recently hosted the official compact kickoff meeting for Cosmetology and Barbering. Supported through a partnership with the Department of Defense (DoD), CSG is leading…