MN HF3718

Expands the Board of Veterinary Medicine from seven to nine members, adding one licensed veterinary technician and one additional veterinarian or veterinary technician appointed by the governor

Adds over 20 new statutory definitions including "telemedicine," "teletriage," "veterinarian-client-patient relationship," "surgery," "physical rehabilitation," and "veterinary medical facility" to clarify regulatory scope

Establishes new requirements for licensed veterinary technicians effective July 1, 2026, including 16 hours of continuing education per biennial period, detailed record-keeping obligations, pharmaceutical services duties, and humane care standards

Permits veterinary drug donation programs allowing animal owners to donate unused, unexpired, non-controlled medications to veterinarians for redistribution without charge to other clients, nonprofit shelters, or animal pounds

Streamlines licensure application processes by eliminating affidavit requirements from references and updating examination procedures to reference the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination and Veterinary Technician National Exam