New York Legislature Introduces the IMpact
01/08/2024New York shows support for massage licensure portability and you can too. Send a letter to your state senators and assembly members today!
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Massage, Acupuncture May Offer Impactful Pain Relief and Symptom Management for Cancer Patients
01/04/2024Results from a randomized clinical trial show the potential for symptom management through acupuncture and massage in advanced cancer patients.
The Interstate Massage Compact Improves Portability and the Profession
01/03/2024ABMP continues to work with all stakeholders to support the profession.
Utah Proposes Rules for Lower Tiers of Massage Licensure
12/05/2023The proposed rules establish educational training, supervisory roles, examinations, renewal requirements, and unprofessional conduct for massage assistants and massage assistants-in-training. Express your thoughts and suggestions for how you think these massage therapy lower-licensing tiers should be regulated in Utah before December 15.
Vacancies on the Oregon Massage Board
11/17/2023There are two seats open to licensed massage therapists. You must be nominated by a massage organization for a vacancy, and ABMP can help nominate you. Let us know if you're interested and find out how to apply!
Massage School Programs at Risk Across the Country
11/13/2023The US Department of Education issued final rules on October 31 that will likely greatly impact clock-hour programs in states with minimum clock-hour requirements for licensure or certification, including massage therapy. The new rule is flawed and, if not changed, will cause devastating collateral damage to schools, instructors, students, and the public. Find out how you can advocate!
“150%” Rule Advocacy Template
11/13/2023School owners, operators, and instructors—use our advocacy template to send to your state senators and representatives to make them reconsider the "150%" rule amendment. Add your own opinions and experiences to make your letter more personal and impactful.
Idaho Recommends Reducing Red Tape
11/06/2023The Idaho State Board of Massage Therapy (Board) issued proposed rules that aim to remove duplicate and unnecessary language from its administrative rules. Entire sections are on the chopping block. Submit your comments to the Board before August 15.
"Outside the Room:" With Samaji Akili
10/23/2023This episode of Outside the Room features Samaji Akili, lead therapist at Massage Heights Rancho Penasquitos Retreat and part owner of Massage Heights Westlake Village Retreat.
Ohio Bill Proposes Registry of Uneducated, Undocumented “Massage Therapists”
10/10/2023If enacted, the bill would create a nontherapeutic massage registry for unlicensed bodyworkers in Ohio. Advocate to maintain your license legitimacy by emailing the representatives who introduced House Bill 255.