SB 956 - Eslinger, Karla
Provides that the practice of optometry shall include the use of injectable agents and surgical procedures for certain purposes
Bill Details
Sponsor
LR Number
3503S.01I
Title
SB 956
House Handler
N/A
Journal Page
N/A
Effective Date
August 28, 2024
Committee
Current Status
Voted Do Pass S Governmental Accountability Committee
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Amendments
No amendments available
CURRENT BILL SUMMARY
SB 956 - Currently, the practice of optometry does not include the provision of surgical procedures, including the use of lasers, and does not include the use of injectable agents. Under this act, the practice of optometry shall include the use of injectable agents for the purpose of treatment of the eye and adnexa and shall include surgical procedures, except as otherwise specified.
This act is identical to HB 1963 (2024).
KATIE O'BRIEN