HB 2620
An Act amending the act of December 27, 1974 (P.L.995, No.326), known as the Veterinary Medicine Practice Act, further providing for definitions, for Pennsylvania State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners and for additional duties of board of examiners and veterinary technicians; providing for scope of practice for veterinary technicians and veterinary nurses; and further providing for biennial educational requirements, for records and inspection of records, for penalties and for exemptions and exceptions.
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Bill overview
This bill amends the Veterinary Medicine Practice Act to clarify definitions, update duties for the Pennsylvania State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners and veterinary technicians, and establish requirements for veterinary technicians and nurses. Specifically, it mandates biennial educational requirements, outlines record-keeping and inspection procedures, and addresses penalties and exemptions. The bill also includes provisions regarding the scope of practice for veterinary technicians, particularly in indirect veterinary supervision.
Key provisions
- Defines key terms such as ‘current licensee,’ ‘licensed veterinarian,’ ‘veterinary medicine,’ and ‘veterinary technician.’
- Establishes biennial educational requirements for licensed veterinarians and certified veterinary technicians/nurses.
- Specifies record-keeping and inspection requirements for veterinary practices.
- Outlines penalties for violations of the Veterinary Medicine Practice Act.
- Creates exemptions for students, temporary consultants, and individuals performing normal husbandry practices.
- Clarifies the scope of practice for veterinary technicians under indirect veterinary supervision.
- Updates the duties of the Pennsylvania State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners.
- Addresses the relationship between veterinarians and clients.
Who is affected
- Veterinarians
- Veterinary Technicians
- Veterinary Nurses
- Animal Owners
- The Pennsylvania State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners
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Cosponsors
David Zimmerman
G. Roni Green
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