MS HB1319

Reenacts sections 73-67-1 through 73-67-37 of the Mississippi Code of 1972, which comprise the Mississippi Professional Massage Therapy Act governing licensure and regulation of massage therapists.

Extends the repeal date of the Professional Massage Therapy Act from July 1, 2021, to July 1, 2024, keeping the licensing framework in effect for an additional three years.

Maintains existing requirements for massage therapist licensure including minimum 600 hours of in-class instruction, 100 hours of student clinic, passage of board-approved examination, and high school diploma or equivalency.

Preserves the State Board of Massage Therapy structure consisting of five members appointed by the Governor, including at least three licensed massage therapists, one health professional, and one consumer representative.

Keeps all regulations regarding professional conduct, sanitation standards, advertising requirements, establishment inspections, and disciplinary procedures for licensed massage therapists unchanged from the existing law.