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Advocacy Initiatives

We champion the massage therapy profession in Delaware through active legislative engagement and community-driven campaigns. Discover how we're protecting your practice.

Legislative Monitoring

We track every bill in Dover that impacts massage therapy, from licensing requirements to business regulations.

For more info on this contact us by email @ amtadelaware@gmail.com

Professional Standards

Advocating for high standards in massage education and ethical practice to protect the integrity of your profession state-wide.  See below for Delaware's rules and regulations for Massage Therapists.

Current Legislative Focus

SB 218 - Interstate Massage Compact

Proposed updates to streamline multi-state practice for licensed therapists moving to Delaware.

HB 420 - Hybrid Massage Learning

House Bill 420 represents a significant shift for massage therapy students and schools in Delaware. By formally recognizing hybrid learning models, the bill allows for a portion of the curriculum to be delivered through structured online platforms while maintaining high standards for hands-on clinical training. This initiative aims to increase accessibility for students in rural areas and provide flexibility without compromising the professional competence required for Delaware licensure.

Certified Massage Technician Licensure

Change in the status of Certified Massage Technicians.  All previous therapists have been grandfathered in but there will be no new massage technicians going into the future.

Delaware Policy & Regulatory Updates

Stay informed about the latest regulatory changes and policy decisions impacting Delaware's massage therapy profession. We monitor the Board of Massage and Bodywork to ensure our members remain compliant and ahead of legislative shifts.  Unless notified otherwise, the Board meets on the third Thursday of each month at 1:30 p.m., with the exception of July and December. All meetings are open to the general public and are held in the Cannon Building, 861 Silver Lake Boulevard, in Dover. The meeting schedule is available at the State of Delaware public meeting calendar.

Your Voice Matters

Resource Center

Empowering Delaware massage therapists through shared knowledge and collective advocacy. Connect with our Government Relations committee to stay informed and get involved in shaping the future of our profession.

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