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IN HB1386

IN HB1386
Massage establishment liability insurance.


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Introduced
01/08/2026
In Committee
01/08/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/27/2026

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Massage establishment liability insurance. Makes it a Class A misdemeanor if a person operates a massage establishment and knowingly or intentionally employs an individual who: (1) is providing massages; and (2) does not have certain professional liability insurance.

AI Summary

This bill, effective July 1, 2026, makes it a Class A misdemeanor for a person operating a massage establishment to knowingly or intentionally employ an individual who provides massages and lacks specific professional liability insurance, which requires a minimum coverage of two million dollars per claim and six million dollars in total. A "massage establishment" is defined as a facility where massage therapy is provided, excluding offices of licensed healthcare practitioners, public lodging establishments, and the private residence of a sole massage therapist.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

First reading: referred to Committee on Courts and Criminal Code (on 01/08/2026)

Bill Topics

Health
  • ‐ Regulation of Health-Related Occupations and Services
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
  • ‐ Criminal and Juvenile Delinquent Prosecution, Procedure, and Sentencing

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