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AL SB185
Veterinary medicine; veterinarian-client-patient relationship further provided; refilling prescription regulations; relationship shared among a location, provided
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Introduced
02/20/2025
02/20/2025
In Committee
02/26/2025
02/26/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/06/2025
05/06/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Veterinary medicine; veterinarian-client-patient relationship further provided; refilling prescription regulations; relationship shared among a location, provided
AI Summary
This bill updates the definitions and regulations surrounding veterinary medicine in Alabama, providing a comprehensive revision of terms and practices in the veterinary field. The bill significantly expands the definition of a Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship (VCPR), establishing detailed criteria including physical examination requirements, medical record keeping standards, prescription refill guidelines, and communication protocols. It broadens the definition of key terms like "animal" and "practice of veterinary medicine" to be more inclusive, adds new definitions such as "client" and "patient", and provides more nuanced descriptions of different types of veterinary supervision (direct, indirect, immediate). The bill also clarifies regulations around veterinary facilities, including satellite and mobile clinics, and specifies requirements for establishing and maintaining professional veterinary relationships. Notably, the bill mandates that a veterinarian-client-patient relationship is case-specific, must be re-established for new medical problems, and requires detailed record-keeping and ongoing patient care oversight. The changes aim to enhance professional standards, patient care, and regulatory clarity in veterinary practice. The bill will become effective on October 1, 2025.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (12)
Randy Price (R)*,
Will Barfoot (R),
Josh Carnley (R),
Donnie Chesteen (R),
Andrew Jones (R),
Steve Livingston (R),
Tim Melson (R),
David Sessions (R),
Bobby Singleton (D),
Rob Stewart (D),
Larry Stutts (R),
Jack Williams (R),
Last Action
Currently Indefinitely Postponed (on 05/06/2025)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/bill-search |
Fiscal Note - Introduced | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/files/pdf/SearchableInstruments/2025RS/FiscalNotes/FN-6YK6R33-1.pdf |
BillText | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/files/pdf/SearchableInstruments/2025RS/SB185-int.pdf |
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