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.
Legislative and Policy Developments
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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).
Vermont House Bill 104: Human Trafficking & Massage Profession Report
06/03/2019
Vermont Governor Phil Scott signed into law House Bill 104 (HB104), which addresses a number of professional licenses.
Tennessee Fee Increase Update and Legislative Updates
06/03/2019
In April we wrote to you regarding a proposal to increase massage license fees and massage related legislation.
Maryland Senate Bill 554 Becomes Law
06/03/2019
In March we wrote to you regarding Senate Bill 554, which granted power to county-level government entities allowing them to create massage establishment licensure requirements.
Update on Indiana Massage Licensure Changes and Implementation
06/03/2019
The Indiana State Board of Massage Therapy is working to finalize licensure rules stipulated by HB1289 (passed in 2017), which creates mandatory licensure in Indiana.
North Carolina Bills Impacting the Massage Profession
06/03/2019
Legislators in North Carolina are considering two bills impacting the massage and bodywork professions. We are highlighting the bills and contact information for the sponsors and committees currently considering the bills.