Exempts farriers and horseshoers from licensed practice of veterinary medicine.
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- Passed General Assembly
- Passed Senate
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- Became Law
Overview
This bill removes the requirement that farriers and horseshoers hold a license to practice their profession. Currently, these trades are regulated under veterinary medicine licensing laws. The bill specifically exempts farriers and horseshoers from needing a veterinary license to perform their work, which primarily involves shoeing horses. This change aims to clarify the scope of practice for these specialized equine professionals.
Key provisions
- Exempts farriers and horseshoers from veterinary medical licensing requirements.
- Allows individuals to practice farriery and horseshoeing without a veterinary license.
- Does not alter existing veterinary medical regulations.
- Clarifies the distinction between farriery/horseshoeing and veterinary medicine.
Who is affected
- Farriers
- Horseshoers
- Horse Owners
- Veterinary Medical Professionals
- The equine industry
Notable changes
- Alters the regulatory framework for equine hoof care.
- Removes a restriction on the practice of farriery and horseshoeing.
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