House Bill 255 and Senate Bill 56
Currently, anyone that wants to practice “relaxation massage only” can do so without a license. Most of the population doesn’t have a clue they assume their massage therapist is licensed. Definitely not the case and with this loophole it makes it harder to enforce human trafficking and smuggling cases. https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/135/hb255 Also, Senate Bill 56, is legislation pending for the interstate massage compact…this would allow therapists to obtain a license with the compact and you can practice in any state within the compact. Would make it easier for military spouses, union spouses and others that may need to practice in another state. https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/135/sb56
How to Support SB231 and SB232
Economic Equality: In late February, our Immediate Past State President, Stephanie Bridwell, had the opportunity to speak at the Ohio Senate in support of Senate Bills 231 and 232. HICKS-HUDSON, SMITH INTRODUCE PAY EQUITY LEGISLATION February 27, 2024 These bills are officially on the docket. It is our job to write our Ohio Senators, especially the committee members, and encourage their support of this legislation. The Ohio 135th General Assembly - SB 231 The Ohio 135th General Assembly - SB 232 Links to key legislators. Contact each of them and show your support for Senate Bills 231 and 232. Bill Sponsor Senator Kent Smith Bill Sponsor Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson Committee Chair Senator George Lang Committee Vice Chair Shane Wilkins Ranking Member Senator Vernon Sykes Committee Member Senator Al Landis Committee Member Senator Michel Rull
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