An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Massage And Body Work.

DE HB420 is a bill that updates the regulations governing massage and body work in Delaware. It aims to improve the standards and practices within the industry, ensuring that practitioners are properly trained and licensed. The bill seeks to protect consumers and enhance the professionalism of massage services in the state.

DE HB420 is a house bill in the Delaware 153rd General Assembly, sponsored by Madinah Wilson-Anton (D), currently “Passed” since July 23, 2026.

We track 1,296 Delaware bills this session, 23 of them sponsored by Madinah Wilson-Anton.

The key recorded vote (Senate, June 23, 2026) ended 21–0 and passed.

Supporters of DE HB420 would highlight that the bill enhances consumer protection by ensuring that massage therapists meet higher training and licensing standards. They would argue that this legislation promotes professionalism in the industry, ultimately benefiting both practitioners and clients by fostering a safer and more reputable environment for massage and body work services.

Critics of DE HB420 might argue that the new regulations could create unnecessary barriers for aspiring massage therapists, limiting access to the profession. They may also express concerns that increased regulations could lead to higher costs for consumers, making massage services less accessible to the general public.

Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.