HB 664: Regards registered veterinary technician authority

The bill aims to establish procedures for registered veterinary technicians to administer vaccines and antiparasitic medication to dogs and cats on behalf of a veterinarian. A registered veterinary technician can establish a veterinarian-client-patient relationship under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian for vaccine administration and antiparasitic medication. The registered veterinary technician must have a written protocol that outlines the necessary steps, including obtaining medical history, examination requirements, and emergency procedures. The protocol must also include documentation of the registered veterinary technician's name, client information, animal details, medical history, physical examination findings, and client consent. The board may inspect the facilities of an allied medical support individual, and a licensed veterinarian may authorize a registered veterin…