HB 2975
Changes to the practice of optometry
Take action
Record your position on this measure.
Sign in to record your position, submit testimony, or contact your legislator.
Sign in to take action- Introduced
- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill revises West Virginia’s laws governing the practice of optometry. It updates definitions, clarifies the scope of practice for optometrists, and removes outdated sections of the existing code. Specifically, it allows licensed optometrists to perform certain procedures that have been trained by an accredited body and establishes requirements for laser procedures, including certification and approved treatment guidelines. The bill also introduces a new article addressing eye care consumer protection law.
Arguments in favor
Reasons to support this legislation.
No arguments in favor have been submitted.
Submit yoursArguments opposed
Reasons to oppose this legislation.
No arguments opposed have been submitted.
Submit yours