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Introduced
01/08/2026
01/08/2026
In Committee
01/08/2026
01/08/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/27/2026
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
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2026/bills/house/1386/details | 01/07/2026 |
| BillText | https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/house/bills/HB1386/HB1386.01.INTR.pdf | 01/07/2026 |
| Fiscal Note #1: Introduced | https://iga.in.gov/pdf-documents/124/2026/house/bills/HB1386/fiscal-notes/HB1386.01.INTR.FN001.pdf | 01/07/2026 |
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