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MA H406

Regulating the practice and licensure of veterinary technicians


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Introduced
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to regulating the practice and licensure of veterinary technicians. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

AI Summary

This bill aims to regulate the practice and licensure of veterinary technicians in Massachusetts. It establishes a Subsidiary Board for Veterinary Technology within the Board of Registration in Veterinary Medicine to oversee the licensure and duties of veterinary technicians. The bill defines the roles of licensed veterinary technicians and unlicensed veterinary assistants, sets criteria for veterinary technician licensure, and grants the Subsidiary Board the authority to establish regulations and continuing education requirements for licensed technicians. The bill also prohibits the use of the title "veterinary technician" by those without a valid license.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (13)

Last Action

Accompanied a new draft, see S2571 (on 11/08/2021)

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