Bill > SB69

This bill establishes a new licensing framework for allied animal health professionals (AAHPs) in Kentucky, specifically creating two new professional license types: equine dentistry and animal chiropractic practice. The bill defines these specialized professional roles, creates an advisory board to oversee the licensing, and sets specific guidelines for practice. Under the new regulations, AAHP licensees must complete an approved professional program, pass board-required examinations, and obtain a license specific to their area of practice. For example, equine dental providers are limited to certain procedures like removing sharp dental points and extracting loose teeth, and must work under the indirect supervision of a veterinarian. The bill also establishes an advisory committee with subcommittees for each practice area, composed of licensed professionals and veterinarians. Additionally, the bill updates various sections of existing veterinary law to incorporate these new professional licenses, including changes to facility registration requirements, record-keeping standards, and board composition. Existing allied animal health professional permits will automatically convert to licenses upon the act's effective date, providing a smooth transition for current practitioners.

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https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/25RS/sb69.html