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FL S0796
Bill
AI Summary
- Creates the "Veterinary Workforce Innovation Act" establishing a new category of "veterinary professional associate" for individuals with a master's degree in veterinary clinical care from an accredited institution
- Allows registered veterinary professional associates to practice veterinary medicine under immediate supervision of a licensed veterinarian, including performing orchiectomy, dental surgery, suturing, and administering controlled substances for analgesia, anesthesia, or euthanasia
- Extends prescription limits for veterinary telehealth evaluations from 1 month to 6 months for flea and tick control products, and from 14 days to 30 days for other animal drugs
- Requires the Department of Business and Professional Regulation to register and maintain a public list of veterinary professional associates, with authority to suspend registrations for negligence or rescind them for animal cruelty convictions
- Takes effect January 1, 2027
Legislative Description
Veterinary Medicine
Last Action
Placed on Calendar, on 2nd reading
3/6/2026
Committee Referrals
Rules2/5/2026
Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Environment, and General Government1/14/2026
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