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New Hampshire Establishment Licensing Bill
01/24/2023

The New Hampshire legislature introduced House Bill 341, which would create massage therapy establishment licensing. The bill is being heard by the Executive Departments and Administration Committee (Committee) at 10:45 a.m. EST on January 25. If you are opposed to establishment licensure, ABMP encourages you to advocate and speak your mind by emailing your opinions to the Committee.

Maryland Board of Massage Vacancies
01/13/2023

The Maryland Department of Health is accepting nominations for three positions on the Maryland State Board of Massage Therapy Examiners. ABMP has the opportunity to nominate three professional members and is now accepting applications from licensed massage therapists. Apply before March 20, 2023.

"Outside the Room"Podcast: End of Year Message
01/03/2023

This article is sponsored by Massage Heights.

In 2022, Massage Heights created Outside the Room—a show and podcast designed for massage therapists and estheticians to support their work and honor their careers. Twenty-four episodes were recorded, and plans are underway for more episodes in 2023. This is a little holiday message to all OTR viewers. Thanks for tuning in this year: "End of Year Message." 

CAMTC Fee Increase—Contact Your Legislators
12/14/2022

The California Massage Therapy Council approved a $100 certification fee increase—a 50 percent markup from the previous $200. Now is the time to forward your comments to your legislators to explain how this affects you.

GSN Planet Receiving Board Applications
12/14/2022

The Green Spa Network (GSN) Planet Board of Directors is accepting applications for board service.

Since its launch in 2007, GSN has developed a community of inspired and engaged individuals to advance its mission of promoting the natural connections between personal well-being, economic sustainability, and the health of the planet. GSN is a community of more than 5,000 businesses and individuals dedicated to the future of global social and economic prosperity.