An Act regulating the practice and licensure of veterinary technicians

This bill creates a new subsidiary board to oversee the licensing and regulation of veterinary technicians in Massachusetts. The board would consist of five members appointed by the governor, including veterinarians, licensed technicians, and a public representative, who would work without pay to set rules for the profession. Key provisions define the specific roles of veterinary technicians and assistants, establish requirements for obtaining a license such as graduating from an accredited program and passing an exam, and mandate continuing education for licensed technicians. Additionally, the bill allows the board to create rules that may eventually limit licensure to individuals with formal degrees, while also defining the duties that licensed veterinarians can assign to technicians versus non-licensed assistants.