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Massage therapy ordinance

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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 15, 2026.

Public comments (2)

OpposedTronda GrahamOct 15, 2026

A licensed massage therapist from District 19 opposed the ordinance, saying it stigmatizes a mostly female, state-licensed healing profession and has already forced some practices to close or relocate.

Metro Council — October 15, 2026 · 30:49 →
OpposedJill HigginbothamOct 15, 2026

A St. Matthews salon owner said the ordinance stacks yet another license on already heavily regulated women- and minority-owned beauty businesses and could drive revenue to Indiana and Oldham County.

Metro Council — October 15, 2026 · 38:02 →