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AK HB139
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/4/2011
Primary Sponsor
Peggy Wilson
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AI Summary
- Amends AS 08.98.165(a) to allow veterinarians who graduate from nonaccredited veterinary schools to qualify for licensure if they complete a board-approved certification program, replacing the specific requirement for Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates (ECFVG) certification
- Maintains existing requirements for all veterinarian applicants: passing a national board-approved examination within 60 months, passing Alaska's written state examination on veterinary practice issues, maintaining good standing, and paying required fees
- Amends AS 08.98.184 similarly to allow licensure by credentials for applicants with valid licenses in other states, territories, or countries if they graduate from nonaccredited schools and complete a board-approved certification program instead of requiring ECFVG certification
- Preserves existing requirements for licensure by credentials: at least five years of active practice in the preceding seven years, passing Alaska's state examination, good standing status, and payment of fees
Legislative Description
Veterinarian Licensing Qualifications
Licensing
Last Action
REFERRED TO LABOR & COMMERCE
2/4/2011
Committee Referrals
Labor & Commerce2/4/2011
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