Bill > SB137

This bill terminates the Alabama Board of Massage Therapy pursuant to the Sunset law and replaces it with the Alabama Massage Therapy Licensing Board. The new board will be responsible for licensing massage therapists, massage therapy establishments, and massage therapy instructors, and will set educational, competency, and practice standards to protect public health and safety. The bill outlines the board's composition, powers, and duties, including the authority to investigate complaints, suspend or revoke licenses, and impose penalties. It also establishes licensing requirements and procedures, regulates advertising and the types of services that can be offered, and provides for criminal background checks and continuing education for licensees. The bill supersedes local regulations related to the licensing and regulation of massage therapy, but allows local governments to impose certain other regulations consistent with the state law.

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