As discussed in our previous update, Colorado House Bill 1320 was initiated this legislative session by the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA). The intention of the bill was to close loopholes in the current Massage Therapy Practice Act that are being exploited for…
Recent News and Legislative Updates
The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork (NCBTMB) recently announced key leadership transitions.
Leena S. Guptha was named interim CEO in early April after Steve Kirin’s departure from the position…
ABMP members are now eligible for an exclusive member discount at the World Massage Conference, June 5–6, 2016. Registration, which is normally $199, is just $99 for ABMP members and also includes access to…
Reiki is now exempt from the massage license requirement in Utah if it is used as a “spiritual healing art” and does not involve the methods outlined in the Utah massage statute’s scope of practice for Massage Therapy. However, should a Reiki Practitioner while…
Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa was recently named in the top 10 in a list of the “Most Credit-Worthy Brands in Franchising.…
Virginia-based spa distributor Universal Companies recently hosted a series of grand opening events for its Wellness & Beauty Learning Center in Torrance, California. This learning center provides classes and on-site training for a range of wellness and beauty professionals, including…
ABMP has been recognized by Association Media & Publishing (AM&P) and its EXCEL awards as the winner for Best Electronic Book: Ethics: A Guide to Ethics in Massage & Bodywork.
This member-only benefit for ABMP’s Certified members explores ethical concerns and…
Under Texas SB 202, which became law in 2015, regulatory oversight of the Texas massage therapy program will be transferred from the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) to the Department of Licensing and…
New Hampshire HB 1294, which was introduced this legislative session, proposes that new language be added to the state’s massage therapy statute clarifying the exemption from licensure as a massage…