HB1606

Oklahoma HB1606 establishes the Oklahoma Massage Therapy Board and regulates the practice of massage therapy in the state.

Oklahoma HB1606 creates the Oklahoma Massage Therapy Board to oversee the practice of massage therapy. The bill defines "massage therapy" as the treatment of the soft tissues of the human body to promote relaxation and relieve pain. It mandates that only licensed massage therapists can use the title "massage therapist" and related terms in advertising. The Board is authorized to set fees, investigate practices, and establish rules for licensure, including continuing education requirements. Licenses expire biennially and can be renewed within a grace period or reinstated after inactivity.