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WV HB4762
Bill
Status
1/22/2026
Primary Sponsor
Joe Funkhouser
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AI Summary
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Establishes reciprocal licensing for veterinarians who have held an active, good-standing license in another U.S. state, district, or territory for at least 5 years with no history of license suspension or revocation
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Creates the same reciprocity pathway for veterinary technicians, allowing those licensed in good standing for 5 years in other jurisdictions to obtain West Virginia licensure
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Authorizes a new specialty-restricted license for foreign veterinary school graduates who hold ECFVG or PAVE certificates and have completed a 2+ year residency with board certification from an AVMA-recognized specialty organization
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Grants special permits for ECFVG and PAVE participants who have not yet passed the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination to practice as veterinary technicians
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Creates a temporary license valid for up to one year allowing veterinary technician graduates awaiting full licensure to practice under the supervision of a licensed West Virginia veterinarian
Legislative Description
Providing veterinarian and veterinary technician reciprocity
Boards and Commissions
Last Action
To House Agriculture, Commerce and Tourism
1/23/2026