AR HB1182

Adds definitions for "collaborative practice agreement," "collaborating veterinarian," and "specialized veterinary technology" to the Arkansas Veterinary Medical Practice Act.

Establishes certification requirements for veterinary technician specialists, including initial and renewal applications and fees determined by the Veterinary Medical Examining Board.

Requires veterinary technician specialists to complete 8 hours of advanced continuing education annually in their area of specialty and maintain active veterinary technician certification.

Authorizes veterinary technician specialists to enter into collaborative practice agreements with veterinarians, limited to 3 specialists per veterinarian, with required provisions for consultation, management protocols, emergency coverage, and monthly quality assurance reviews.

Permits veterinary technician specialists under collaborative agreements to perform specialized veterinary technology including establishing care for new patients, anesthesia monitoring, minor dental and surgical procedures, euthanasia, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and dispensing medicines, while allowing them to receive compensation for specialized veterinary technology services.