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HB 2776

Relating to the criminal and licensing consequences for the commission of certain offenses by massage establishments, massage schools, massage therapists, and massage therapy instructors.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Don McLaughlin

HB 2776 establishes criminal penalties and licensing consequences for massage professionals and businesses that commit specific violations under Texas law.

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Bill Summary · HB 2776

Legislative bill overview

HB 2776 establishes criminal penalties and licensing consequences for massage establishments, schools, therapists, and instructors who violate state regulations. The bill creates a framework for disciplinary action against massage industry professionals who commit specified offenses, linking criminal conduct to licensure status and professional consequences.

Why is this important

The massage therapy industry operates under state licensing requirements, and this bill clarifies what happens when licensees violate laws—potentially protecting consumers from unlicensed or unethical practitioners while also creating standardized consequences across the state. Without such clarity, enforcement and penalties could be inconsistent, affecting both consumer protection and business certainty in the industry.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope ambiguity: The bill references "certain offenses" without the full text available, making it unclear which specific crimes trigger licensing consequences—this could either create accountability or be overly broad
  • Proportionality concerns: Criminal and licensing penalties applied simultaneously could be seen as either appropriate dual accountability or as potentially excessive punishment
  • Due process protections: The relationship between criminal conviction requirements and licensing discipline matters; some may argue for immediate license suspension while others demand conviction-only triggers

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

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