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MD HB1097

MD HB1097
State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners - Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants


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Introduced
02/07/2024
In Committee
04/08/2024
Crossed Over
03/13/2024
Passed
04/08/2024
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/09/2024

Introduced Session

2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Authorizing a veterinary assistant to perform certain tasks under the immediate or direct supervision of a veterinary practitioner or a veterinary technician under the direct supervision of a veterinary practitioner; and authorizing a veterinary technician to perform certain procedures, including certain emergency procedures and euthanasia, if the veterinary practitioner determines the veterinary technician is qualified to perform the procedures.

AI Summary

This bill authorizes a veterinary assistant to perform certain tasks under the immediate or direct supervision of a veterinary practitioner or a veterinary technician under the direct supervision of a veterinary practitioner. It also authorizes a veterinary technician to perform certain procedures, including certain emergency procedures and euthanasia, if the veterinary practitioner determines the veterinary technician is qualified to perform the procedures. The bill provides definitions for "direct supervision," "immediate supervision," and "indirect supervision" to clarify the level of oversight required for different tasks.

Committee Categories

Education, Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (9)

Last Action

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 487 (on 05/09/2024)

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