SB219 - Provides that the practice of optometry shall include the use of injectable agents and surgical procedures for certain purposes

SB 219

Provides that the practice of optometry shall include the use of injectable agents and surgical procedures for certain purposes

Sponsor:

Black

LR Number:

1393S.01I

Committee:

Emerging Issues and Professional Registration

Last Action:

2/3/2025 - Second Read and Referred S Emerging Issues and Professional Registration Committee

Journal Page:

S242

Title:

Effective Date:

August 28, 2025

Current Bill Summary

SB 219 - Currently, the practice of optometry does not include the provision of surgical procedures, including the use of lasers, and does not include the use of injectable agents. Under this act, the practice of optometry shall include the use of injectable agents for the purpose of treatment of the eye and adnexa and shall include surgical procedures, except as otherwise specified and limited by the Board of Optometry.

This act is similar to SB 956 (2024) and HB 1963 (2024).

KATIE O'BRIEN

Amendments

No Amendments Found.