There is no state regulation. Contact your City Clerk to find local requirements.
For years, Minnesota massage therapists have navigated a maze of city ordinances, inconsistent rules, and unclear expectations. That could finally change. Two bills introduced in 2025—Senate File 1131/House File 362—will create statewide licensure for massage and Asian bodywork therapy.
Let’s look at what’s in the bills, why they matter, and how you can act to support licensure in Minnesota beginning in February 2026.
ABMP is proud to support massage and bodywork licensure in Minnesota, with a bill set to be introduced in 2026. This is a pivotal moment for your profession, and we need your voice to help make it happen.
Governor Tim Walz signed a bill into law, allowing a county or city to investigate the criminal history of any individual who applies for a business license.
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.
ABMP submitted written commentary to the Minnesota legislature regarding Senate File 967 and House File 973, which would create statewide licensure for massage and bodywork therapists. We support this legislation and invite you to read our comments and write to your elected officials.
Serve the best interest of your profession and the public while ensuring ongoing competence and high standards of practice. How? Support licensing efforts in Minnesota! Write a letter to your elected officials, sharing why licensure is an important and necessary step to advance the massage therapy industry.
Minnesota is one of only five states to remain unlicensed, even though it is a critical effort for the industry. Please join ABMP to increase massage therapy standards, to implement enhanced public protection, and to encourage progress in the industry. Find out how you can advocate for licensure!
The Minnesota legislature will not adopt massage and Asian bodywork therapy licensure in 2023. ABMP members are an essential part of ensuring that the Minnesota legislature prioritizes licensure next year. Contact your state representative and senator today to let them know massage and Asian bodywork therapy licensure deserves attention in 2024.
The Minnesota legislature introduced Senate File 967 and House File 973 in late January. If signed into law, the bills would require statewide licensure for massage and Asian bodywork therapists.
Senate File 967 and House File 973 have been introduced this legislative session. Both bills would require massage therapists and Asian bodywork therapists to be state licensed. If you believe massage licensing would help the public and the profession, send supportive emails to Senator Clare Oumou Verbeten and Representative Dave Pinto.