HF 1011 Minnesota House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Optometrists prescribing and administering drugs limitations modified.

This bill modifies Minnesota law to clarify and limit optometrists' authority to prescribe or administer certain drugs. It specifically sets new time limits: oral antivirals may not be prescribed for more than 10 days, oral steroids for more than 14 days (requiring physician consultation), and oral carbonic anhydrase inhibitors for more than seven days. These changes apply directly to licensed optometrists in Minnesota who prescribe medications for eye conditions under the Board of Optometry's rules. The bill maintains existing restrictions on intravenous injections, invasive surgery, and Schedule II/III oral drugs.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 17, 2025 Last action Apr 1, 2025
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Apr 1, 2025
Lower · Passed
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Feb 17, 2025
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