MD HB1354

Expands the State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners' expedited licensure process to include veterinary technicians and veterinary assistants from other states, in addition to veterinarians already covered

Limits expedited authorization to applicants from states that offer similar reciprocal processes to Maryland-licensed, authorized, or registered individuals

Requires the Board to establish a pathway for veterinary technician experience to count toward education or training requirements for veterinary practitioner licensure

Requires the Veterinary Technician Committee to establish a process allowing veterinary assistant experience to count toward qualifications for veterinary technician registration

Effective October 1, 2026