HB 2311 Arizona House · 57th Legislature - First Regular Session

continuation; massage therapy board

HB 2311 extends the existence of Arizona's Massage Therapy Board until July 1, 2029, after which the board will terminate. It repeals specific statutes related to the board (Section 41-3025.10) and provisions in Title 32 about massage therapy, with full repeal of these laws scheduled for January 1, 2030. The bill directly affects the Massage Therapy Board and licensed massage therapists who currently operate under its regulations. This is a procedural sunset provision, not a policy change, setting a fixed end date for the board's authority.

Bill status introduced 1 of 4 stages cleared

Introduction

Jan 2025

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Governor

Introduced Jan 21, 2025 Last action Feb 26, 2025

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Introduced Version → House Engrossed Version · 6 edits

MODERATE

The bill was amended to change the termination date of the Board of Massage Therapy from July 1, 2029 to July 1, 2027, and added a new study committee to evaluate the board's future structure and operations before the board terminates. The committee will study whether the board should continue, remain independent, or merge with another board, and will report its findings by December 31, 2026.

Scope change

The bill's scope was expanded by adding a new study committee with specific membership requirements and duties to evaluate the massage therapy board before its termination.

TIMELINE

Changed the board termination date from July 1, 2029 to July 1, 2027, and the repeal date from January 1, 2030 to January 1, 2028.

Added a requirement for the study committee to submit a report by December 31, 2026.

Added a repeal provision for the new study committee section effective June 30, 2027.

REQUIREMENT

Added a new study committee consisting of 8 members including legislators, state officials, and industry representatives to study the board's future structure and make recommendations.

Added specific study topics including whether to continue the board, expedite background checks, evaluate IT systems, and require establishment licenses to combat sex trafficking.

ENFORCEMENT

Added an emergency clause stating the bill is operative immediately to preserve public health and safety.

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Amendments

Feb 26, 2025

Lower · Passed

DPA

lower

Feb 13, 2025

Lower · Passed

DPA/SE

lower

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