New Massage Therapy Rules in New Mexico: 16.7 NMAC
01/09/2020
The New Mexico Massage Therapy Board adopted several new rule changes effective November 15, 2019.
Legislative and Policy Developments
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California Assembly Bill 5 Signed into Law
12/16/2019
Governor Newsom signed Assembly Bill 5 (AB5) into law on September 18, 2019. It will become effective on January 1, 2020.
Ohio Modifies Scope of Practice
12/16/2019
The Ohio State Medical Board recently redefined the scope of practice for massage therapists.
New Mexico Massage Board Vacancies
12/16/2019
The New Mexico Massage Board is seeking nominations for three vacant positions—two professional members and one public member.
Georgia House Bill 242
10/23/2019
The Amended Georgia House Bill 242 became effective July 1, 2019. Following are highlighted changes that pertain to massage therapists and schools.
Rhode Island Legislative Updates
09/10/2019
Earlier this year we wrote to you regarding Senate Bill 576 (SB576; identical to House Bill 6033), which Rhode Island legislators were considering.
Arizona Legislature Passes Reciprocity Bill
09/10/2019
House Bill 2569 modifies existing Arizona law to allow out of state applicants, residents, and military spouses holding valid professional licensure from another state to apply for professional licensure by the appropriate Arizona licensing entity.
City of San Francisco Assault on Massage Therapists and Bodywork Professionals
09/03/2019
It has come to our attention that many of our members received a letter from the City of San Francisco to cease and desist the practice of massage (defined as massage and bodywork in the Massage Practice Act) if you do not have a "Health Permit to Operate."
Alabama Notice about THC Products
06/27/2019
The Alabama Board of Massage Therapy has posted a notice on their homepage that states the use of THC in Alabama is strictly prohibited.
Call for Kentucky Board of Massage Therapy Member
06/27/2019
The Kentucky Board of Licensure for Massage Therapy is seeking applicants to serve on the board. There is currently one vacancy for a licensed massage therapist (LMT).