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Introduced January 7, 2026

House

Adjourned Sine Die

2026 Regular Session

HB181

AN ACT relating to the Interstate Massage Compact.

Create a new section of KRS Chapter 309 to adopt the Interstate Massage Compact; declare the intent and purpose of the compact; define terms; establish conditions under which an individual may practice in a remote state; authorize a home state to impose adverse action against an individual's license issued by the home state; authorize a member state's licensing authority to issue subpoenas for hearings and investigations as well as cease and desist orders to restrict,…

Administrative Regulations and Proceedings Compacts, Interstate Health and Medical Services Licensing Occupations and Professions

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Kentucky would join a multi-state agreement allowing licensed massage therapists to practice across state lines without obtaining a separate license in each state. The compact also creates a shared oversight system to track licenses and disciplinary actions, and gives Kentucky authorities the ability to take action against practitioners who violate standards while working here. Who it may affect: licensed massage therapists who work or wish to work in multiple states, and Kentuckians who receive massage therapy services.

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