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AR HB1215

Bill

Status

Passed

3/21/2017

Primary Sponsor

Frederick Love

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Origin

House of Representatives

91st General Assembly (2017 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Adds cupping therapy as a procedure that massage therapists may practice under the definition of massage therapy in Arkansas Code § 17-86-102(3).

  • Allows massage therapists to practice cupping therapy as part of massage therapy after completing an educational program in cupping therapy.

  • Modifies Arkansas Code § 17-102-311 to clarify exemptions for licensed healthcare professionals practicing acupuncture and related techniques.

  • Changes language to allow chiropractic physicians to "may practice" acupuncture (rather than "shall be entitled to") after completing an accredited educational program.

  • Approved March 20, 2017.

Legislative Description

To Amend The Laws Regarding The Practice Of Massage Therapy To Include The Practice Of Cupping.

Last Action

Notification that HB1215 is now Act 530

3/21/2017

Committee Referrals

Public Health, Welfare And Labor2/27/2017
Public Health, Welfare and Labor1/19/2017

Full Bill Text

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