Introduced February 13, 2025
HB527
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Amend KRS 258.005 to define "veterinarian" and "veterinary technician"; amend KRS 258.015 to authorize a Kentucky-licensed veterinary technician to vaccinate a dog, cat, or ferret against rabies; require that a Kentucky-licensed veterinary technician authorized to vaccinate a dog, cat, or ferret against rabies be under the direct supervision of a veterinarian that is located on the premises of the facility.
Plain-language summary
This bill would allow licensed veterinary technicians in Kentucky to administer rabies vaccines to dogs, cats, and ferrets, which is currently a task limited to veterinarians. The technician must work under the direct supervision of a veterinarian who is physically present at the facility. This change could help make rabies vaccinations more accessible and efficient at veterinary offices across the state. Who it may affect: pet owners, licensed veterinary technicians, and veterinarians.
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Legislative History
Primary Sponsor
Susan Tyler Witten
Representative · House District 031
Co-sponsors (1)
Daniel Grossberg
Representative · House District 030
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