MO HB2175

Repeals and reenacts section 340.216, RSMo, relating to the unlicensed practice of veterinary medicine in Missouri.

Expands the exemption for animal owners to include not only "full-time employees" but also any "agent or employee" of the owner who may care for and treat the owner's animals without a veterinary license.

Maintains the restriction that only licensed veterinarians may immunize or treat animals for diseases communicable to humans and of public health significance, except as provided by board rule.

Preserves existing exemptions for emergency treatment providers, veterinary students, USDA and state agriculture personnel, merchants, veterinary technicians, and consulting veterinarians under appropriate supervision.

Allows the board to establish additional exemptions or exceptions to licensing requirements through rulemaking authority.