In a profession built on personal relationships, the question of who “owns” the client is not always straightforward. Is it the business or the service provider? Non-solicitation agreements have been a staple in the beauty and wellness space, but as states begin regulating employment…
Recent News and Legislative Updates
Colorado state legislators will be stepping away from the rush of policymaking and experiencing the therapeutic benefits of massage therapy firsthand on April 27, and you can help raise awareness of your profession.
On Monday, April 27, we invite you to be a part of…
A bill that once promised real progress for Minnesota massage and bodywork therapists has taken a turn, but don’t give up hope quite yet. The bill was amended from a strong statewide licensure model to a voluntary registration model, which would do nothing to advance the profession. ABMP opposes…
To help avoid any last-minute stress with your massage therapy license renewal this spring, ABMP is informing you about an upcoming licensing system freeze. The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is rolling out a major upgrade to its licensing system, and this will cause a …
Arkansas is considering major updates to massage therapy rules, and they could transform how your business operates. The Department of Health’s Division for Health Protection (Department) issued proposed…
The US Department of Education (ED) is proposing a set of rules that would establish a new accountability standard for higher education programs with low earnings outcomes. The proposed rules, if formalized, will make a higher education program ineligible for Title IV Higher Education Act (HEA)…
Do you want to serve the best interests of your profession and the public while ensuring ongoing competence and high standards of practice? ABMP does, and if you do too, help us support licensing efforts in Minnesota!
The legislature introduced…
Statewide massage licensure is finally on the table in Vermont, and lawmakers need to hear support from working massage therapists now. This is a pivotal opportunity to strengthen your profession, improve public trust, and join the 45 states that already have licensure.
ABMP is…
The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) issued proposed rules that would create a process to verify certain applicant’s eligibility for initial or renewal…
Pricing transparency is a new legislative topic, but inside the treatment room, strict rules around service menus may clash with the reality of customized care.
New York recently filed a bill that would require beauty professionals like cosmetologists and hair professionals to disclose…