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FL S1544
Bill
AI Summary
- Removes the ability of licensed opticians in Florida to delegate opticianry duties, tasks, and functions to unlicensed supportive personnel
- Establishes that no person other than a licensed optician may engage in the practice of opticianry, replacing the previous framework that allowed delegation under direct supervision
- Eliminates the exception that allowed employees of licensed physicians or licensed optometrists to practice opticianry without an optician license, even when working exclusively under direct supervision
- Amends sections 484.011 and 484.018 of Florida Statutes to strengthen licensure requirements in the opticianry profession
- Effective date is July 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Opticianry
Last Action
Died in Health Policy
6/16/2025
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