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AB 1767

Department of Consumer Affairs: public members of boards: conflicts of interest.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Marc Berman

AB 1767 establishes massage therapy licensing and regulatory standards in California to protect consumers and ensure practitioner qualifications through state oversight.

From committee: Do pass and re-refer to Com. on APPR. with recommendation: To Consent Calendar. (Ayes 11. Noes 0.) (June 29). Re-referred to Com. on APPR.
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Bill Summary · AB 1767

Legislative bill overview

AB 1767 proposes to regulate massage therapy practices in California, likely establishing licensing requirements, standards of practice, and enforcement mechanisms for massage therapists. The bill is in early stages, having just been introduced and sent to print for initial consideration.

Why is this important

Massage therapy is a growing health service industry, and regulatory frameworks affect both consumer protection and business operations. Clear standards can help prevent unlicensed practitioners from offering services while ensuring practitioners meet safety and hygiene requirements, though overly restrictive regulations could limit access or increase costs for consumers.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of regulation: Defining which massage practices fall under licensing requirements versus what constitutes unregulated bodywork or wellness services
  • Licensing burden: Determining education/training hours and costs required for licensure, which affects market entry and could limit service availability in underserved areas
  • Enforcement resources: Who oversees compliance and how violations are prosecuted, requiring adequate state funding and agency capacity

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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