CT HB06012

Defines key terms including "contact lens," "eye examination," "initial prescription," "in-person evaluation," "provider" (optometrists and ophthalmologists), and "remote refractive device"

Prohibits providers from using data or information from remote refractive devices as the sole basis for issuing or renewing initial contact lens prescriptions

Requires providers to conduct an in-person evaluation and eye examination before issuing or renewing an initial contact lens prescription

Effective October 1, 2017