Relates to requiring a licensed massage therapist to display such licensed massage therapist's license when practicing and the required contents of such license, including at a minimum the licensee's name, license number and a non-removable photograph of such licensee.
Impact
The implementation of S01271 would likely lead to modifications in how massage therapy services are provided across New York state. By enforcing a stricter display and identification protocol for licensed practitioners, it aims to raise standards in the industry, providing more transparency for consumers. This change is anticipated to improve public trust in massage services and help consumers make better-informed decisions regarding their healthcare options.
Summary
Bill S01271 amends the education law to mandate that licensed massage therapists display their licenses conspicuously while practicing. The legislation specifies that only individuals licensed under this statute can provide massage therapy services or use terms like 'masseur', 'masseuse', or 'massage therapist'. This requirement aims to enhance public awareness and safety by ensuring that consumers are informed about the credentials of their massage therapists. The bill outlines the minimum contents that such a license must include, such as the licensee's name, license number, and a non-removable photograph.
Contention
While proponents argue that the bill enhances consumer protection and supports professional standards within the massage therapy field, there may be concerns regarding the practical implications of such a requirement. Critics could contend that the necessity to display licenses might impose additional burdens on practitioners, particularly small business owners, potentially complicating their day-to-day operations. Additionally, stakeholders may express differing opinions regarding the effectiveness of such measures in elevating service quality or addressing issues of unlicensed practice.
Relates to requiring a licensed massage therapist to display his or her license when practicing and the required contents of such license, including at a minimum the licensee's name, license number and a non-removable photograph of such licensee.
Relates to requiring a licensed massage therapist to display his or her license when practicing and the required contents of such license, including at a minimum the licensee's name, license number and a non-removable photograph of such licensee.
Adopts the Interstate Massage Compact to support the mobility of licensed massage therapists by creating an additional licensing pathway to create reciprocity among participant states and reduce the barriers to license portability.
Adopts the Interstate Massage Compact to support the mobility of licensed massage therapists by creating an additional licensing pathway to create reciprocity among participant states and reduce the barriers to license portability.
Permits on-premises retail licensees to purchase wine and liquor from off-premises retail licensees and off-premises retail licensees to purchase wine and liquor from on-premises retail licensees.
Permits on-premises retail licensees to purchase wine and liquor from off-premises retail licensees and off-premises retail licensees to purchase wine and liquor from on-premises retail licensees.
Permits on-premises retail licensees to purchase wine and liquor from off-premises retail licensees and off-premises retail licensees to purchase wine and liquor from on-premises retail licensees.
Enacts the nurse licensure compact allowing licensing for registered nurses and licensed practical/vocational nurses to be recognized by party states even if such license was issued by another state.
Modifies licensing restrictions for manufacturers and wholesalers of alcoholic beverages on licensees who sell at retail for on premises consumption, and restrictions on retail licensees interested directly or indirectly in licensed manufacturers or wholesalers of alcoholic beverages.