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SB 246

MASSAGE THERAPY PRACTICE CHANGES

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Heather Berghmans and 1 co-sponsor

SB 246 modifies New Mexico massage therapy licensing and practice standards; passed Senate and advances to House Health committee with amendments pending.

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Bill Summary · SB 246

Legislative bill overview

SB 246 modifies New Mexico's massage therapy licensing and practice requirements, though the specific amendments are not detailed in the action summary provided. The bill has passed the Senate and been referred to the House Health & Human Services Committee, where it has received favorable committee reports with amendments.

Why is this important

Changes to massage therapy regulation affect both practitioners' ability to operate and consumer protection standards in the state. Licensing modifications can impact accessibility of services, practitioner compliance costs, and public safety standards depending on whether requirements are being expanded or relaxed.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of practice expansion vs. consumer safety: If the bill expands what massage therapists can do, critics may argue inadequate oversight; if it restricts practice, therapists may claim unnecessary limitations on their profession
  • Licensing requirement changes: Modifications to education, certification, or continuing education requirements could be contentious depending on whether they increase barriers to entry or reduce professional standards
  • Regulatory burden: Small practitioners may object to new compliance costs, while consumer advocates might push for stronger requirements

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

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