HF 434: Providing for veterinary medicine, including the care of animals under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian, providing penalties, and including effective date provisions

What it does

GENERAL.10).11). Under current law, a licensed veterinarian may employ one or more veterinary assistants who must be certified by the board and may perform functions under the direct supervision of the licensed veterinarian, excluding diagnosis, prescription, or surgery. 8). AUXILIARY VETERINARY PERSONNEL —— QUALIFICATIONS. The bill recognizes three types of auxiliary veterinary personnel: the two current personnel, a certified veterinary assistant and a certified veterinary technician; and new personnel, referred to as a licensed veterinary technician.

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For: The Humane Society of the United States

In plain words

1. February 24, 2023Filed in the House and sent to the Agriculture committee