Mississippi Veterinary Practice Act; revise various provisions of.
SB 2548 revises Mississippi's Veterinary Practice Act to clarify and strengthen oversight of veterinary professionals. It prohibits using titles like "Certified Veterinary Technician" without board credentialing, authorizes the Board to adopt national testing standards (e.g., AVMA or AAVSB exams), and allows the Board to set fees, inspection schedules, and administrative fines for veterinary practices. The bill also adds a public member and a certified vet tech to the Board of Veterinary Medicine, clarifies requirements for vet-client relationships, and raises the age for fee exemptions in part-time practice from 65 to 70. These changes directly affect licensed veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and veterinary practices operating in Mississippi.
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Jan 2026
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Governor
Introduced Jan 19, 2026
Last action Feb 3, 2026
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Jan 19, 2026
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Referred To Public Health and Welfare
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Andy Berry
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