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AR SB5

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

5/1/2023

Primary Sponsor

Ricky Hill

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Origin

Senate

94th General Assembly (2023 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Amends Arkansas Code § 17-101-102(11)(B)(ii) to allow veterinarians to establish a veterinarian-client-patient relationship through telemedicine examinations in addition to in-person examinations.

  • Requires that veterinarians using telemedicine must be licensed in Arkansas.

  • Adds a new requirement that veterinarians comply with applicable federal laws and regulations when establishing a veterinarian-client-patient relationship.

  • Expands telemedicine options for veterinary medicine practice in Arkansas while maintaining professional licensing standards.

Legislative Description

To Amend Telehealth And Telemedicine In The Practice Of Veterinary Medicine.

Last Action

Sine Die adjournment

5/1/2023

Committee Referrals

Agriculture, Forestry and Economic Development1/9/2023

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