The New Mexico Massage Therapy Board adopted several new rule changes effective November 15, 2019.
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Governor Newsom signed Assembly Bill 5 (AB5) into law on September 18, 2019. It will become effective on January 1, 2020.
The Ohio State Medical Board recently redefined the scope of practice for massage therapists.
The New Mexico Massage Board is seeking nominations for three vacant positions—two professional members and one public member.
The Amended Georgia House Bill 242 became effective July 1, 2019. Following are highlighted changes that pertain to massage therapists and schools.
Earlier this year we wrote to you regarding Senate Bill 576 (SB576; identical to House Bill 6033), which Rhode Island legislators were considering.
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.
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."
The Alabama Board of Massage Therapy has posted a notice on their homepage that states the use of THC in Alabama is strictly prohibited.
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).