MYOMASSOLOGISTS                                                                        S.B. 164: FLOOR ANALYSIS

Senate Bill 164 (as reported without amendment) Sponsor: Senator Dale L. Shugars

Committee: Economic Development, International Trade and Regulatory Affairs

CONTENT

The bill would amend the Occupational Code to repeal Article 17, which regulates the practice of massage or myomassology, i.e., the scientific art of body massage, whether by hand or with a nonpowered mechanical or electrical apparatus, for the purpose of body massage or contouring, and the use of oil rubs, salt glows, hot and cold packs, and baths. The bill also would repeal provisions in the State License Fee Act that prescribe examination and license fees for myomassologists.

MCL 339.303a                                                                               Legislative Analyst: L. Burghardt

FISCAL IMPACT

The bill would not have a fiscal or administrative impact on the Department of Commerce or on local governmental units. There currently are no licensed myomassologists (those who specialize in the treatment of muscular complaints).

Date Completed: 5-17-95                                                                     Fiscal Analyst: K. Lindquist

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This analysis was prepared by nonpartisan Senate staff for use by the Senate in its deliberations and does not constitute an official statement of legislative intent.