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Introduced
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
In Committee
03/05/2025
03/05/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/16/2025
06/16/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to opticianry; amending s. 484.011, F.S.; deleting the ability of an optician to delegate specified acts to unlicensed supportive personnel; amending s. 484.018, F.S.; deleting an exception to optician licensure requirements for employees working under the direct supervision of a physician or optometrist; providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill modifies Florida's laws regarding opticianry by removing two key exceptions to existing regulations. First, the bill eliminates the ability of licensed opticians to delegate certain tasks to unlicensed supportive personnel, meaning that only licensed opticians can now perform opticianry duties. Second, the bill removes the previous exemption that allowed employees working under the direct supervision of physicians or optometrists to practice opticianry without obtaining a specific optician license. By making these changes, the bill aims to ensure that only licensed professionals perform opticianry services, potentially increasing standards of practice and patient safety. The new regulations will take effect on July 1, 2025, giving professionals and employers time to adjust to the updated requirements.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died in Health Professions & Programs Subcommittee (on 06/16/2025)
Official Document
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/1323 |
| BillText | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/1323/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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