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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to optometrists and treatment of eye disorders. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill expands the authority of licensed Massachusetts optometrists to treat glaucoma and other eye conditions, as well as prescribe all necessary eye-related medications, including oral anti-infective medications. However, it prohibits optometrists from utilizing certain therapeutic agents, invasive surgical procedures, and opioid injections. The bill also requires optometrists to complete an educational program approved by the Massachusetts Society of Optometrists or meet the guidelines set by the Board of Registration in Optometry before they can utilize the new treatment and medication authorities. Additionally, the Department of Public Health and the Board of Registration in Optometry are directed to promulgate the necessary rules and regulations within 90 days of the bill's effective date.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (15)
Angelo D'Emilia (R),
Kim Ferguson (R),
Paul Frost (R),
Susan Gifford (R),
Bradford Hill (R),
Steven Howitt (R),
Randy Hunt (R),
Brad Jones (R),
Hannah Kane (R),
Patrick Kearney (D),
Jason Lewis (D),
Elizabeth Poirier (R),
Todd Smola (R),
Mike Soter (R),
Bruce Tarr (R),
Last Action
Accompanied a new draft, see H3933 (on 06/27/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1924 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1924.pdf |
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