S 7496 New York Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Removes references to the terms "masseur" and "masseuse"

Bill S 7496 updates the state's education law by removing all references to the terms "masseur" and "masseuse." This change primarily affects individuals practicing or seeking licensure in massage therapy, as well as businesses advertising these services. The bill amends sections of the law related to the practice of massage therapy, qualifications for licensure, and requirements for limited permits, standardizing the language to use only "massage therapist" as the professional title.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Apr 2025
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Introduced Apr 17, 2025 Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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REFERRED TO HIGHER EDUCATION
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Apr 17, 2025
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