We wanted to give you a heads up as the 2024 Legislative session grows closer (session begins 1/8/2024) that we will likely be reaching out to you to answer A Call to Action about one bill for sure.

The “for sure bill" is, HB1655 (and its Senate companion) An act relating to provider contract compensation. Informally this bill has been referred to as the COLA bill. If passed it would require health carriers to adjust reimbursements for those providers not affiliated with hospitals or their affiliates (think LMTs and Chiropractors as well as others) at the same level as the cost of living. To see more about the 2023 history of this bill click here. https://www.mywsmta.org/CPP-News/13245226

WSMTA works for YOU, licensed massage therapists in Washington state, Advocating for Massage Therapy as a Recognized and Respected Health Care Profession. Stay tuned!