HB 4303
Relating to authorizing the Board of Optometry to promulgate a legislative rule relating to continuing education.
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill authorizes the West Virginia Board of Optometry to create a rule outlining requirements for continuing education for licensed optometrists. The rule, currently detailed in 14 CSR 10, was modified after review by the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee. This legislation ensures the Board has the authority to establish and enforce standards for ongoing professional development within the optometry field.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the Board of Optometry to promulgate a rule.
- The rule addresses continuing education requirements.
- The rule is detailed in 14 CSR 10.
- The rule was previously modified by the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee.
- The authorization stems from §30-8-6 of the Code of West Virginia.
Who is affected
- Licensed Optometrists in West Virginia
- The Board of Optometry
- Individuals seeking or maintaining licensure as an optometrist
Notable changes
- Formalizes the Board’s authority to create a rule regarding continuing education.
- Reflects prior modifications to the rule by the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee.
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Primary sponsor
D. Smith
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