Legislative Advocacy for Massage Therapists and Bodyworkers

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ABMP’s Government Relations Department advocates on behalf of our members for reasonable regulation of the massage therapy profession in all 50 states. We keep our members informed about proposed legislation and regulations and let them know how to get involved in the process and have their voices heard.

Click on one of the links below for more information. You can always get in touch with ABMP’s Government Relations team at gr@abmp.com to let us know what regulation-related issues are concerning you, and also what’s working. Tell us what you’re hearing in your state, city, or town regarding massage legislation and regulation, past, present, or future. Let us know if we can help advocate on your behalf.

How ABMP Advocates for You

How to Get Involved

Legislative Updates and Policy Developments

State Licensing Requirements

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Oklahoma Changes Renewal Fee Structure and Grounds for Discipline

09/08/2023

Find out how often and how much your license renewal fee will cost you, and the circumstances under which a licensee may receive disciplinary action.

Florida Extends License Renewal Date

09/05/2023

Due to Hurricane Idalia’s devastating impact, license renewal deadlines have been pushed back for some professionals, including massage therapists and their businesses. Practitioners now have until October 2, 2023, to renew their professional and establishment licenses.

New Jersey, New Rules? Comment Before October 6!

09/01/2023

The New Jersey Board of Massage and Bodywork Therapy issued proposed rules that would impact clinical education, continuing education, and devices that cause percussions or vibrations.

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