Clarify the professionals that may perform massage therapy
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Legislative status
- Introduced
- In Committee
- Reported by Committee
- Floor Vote Scheduled
- Passed One Chamber
- Passed Both Chambers
- Sent to Executive
- Signed into Law
Summary
The bill revises Ohio’s massage‑therapy statutes to clarify which professionals may provide massage services and to require licensing, permits, and township oversight of massage businesses. It adds definitions, sets application fees, background‑check and health‑exam requirements, and creates advertising and conduct rules. The changes aim to protect public health and prevent illegal or sexual services.
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- House Local Government: H. B. No. 744, H. B. No. 493, H. B. No. 639, H. B. No. 445House Local Government · May 13, 2026
History
- Referred to committee
- Introduced
Sponsors
- Jean Schmidt · sponsor
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