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SB 2167

Relating to the licensing and regulation of massage therapy.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Ben Bumgarner and 2 co-sponsors

Texas law modifies massage therapy licensing standards and regulatory oversight, effective September 1, 2025, affecting practitioner credentials and consumer protections.

Effective on 9/1/25
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Bill Summary · SB 2167

Legislative bill overview

SB 2167 modifies Texas's massage therapy licensing and regulatory framework, establishing new standards for practitioners and oversight mechanisms. The bill was signed into law in June 2025 and becomes effective September 1, 2025. Specific provisions would need to be reviewed in the bill text, but this type of legislation typically addresses credential requirements, scope of practice, disciplinary procedures, or consumer protection measures.

Why is this important

Massage therapy licensing directly affects consumer safety, professional standards, and market access for thousands of Texas practitioners. Changes to regulatory requirements can impact licensing costs, training obligations, and enforcement against unlicensed providers—ultimately influencing both practitioner livelihoods and client protection.

Potential points of contention

  • Training and credential requirements: Potential increases in education/certification standards could burden existing practitioners or raise barriers to entry, particularly affecting lower-income practitioners
  • Scope of practice boundaries: Clarifications on what services massage therapists can legally provide may conflict with healthcare providers' interests or create jurisdictional disputes
  • Enforcement and compliance costs: New regulatory mechanisms may impose administrative burdens on small practitioners while creating government oversight expenses

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

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