This bill amends Florida Statutes related to opticianry by removing the ability of licensed opticians to delegate certain tasks to unlicensed supportive personnel. Specifically, it establishes that only licensed opticians may engage in the practice of opticianry, eliminating the previous provision that allowed delegation of duties to nonlicensed individuals under the supervision of a licensed optician.

Additionally, the bill removes an exception that exempted employees of licensed physicians or optometrists from needing an optician's license, provided they were working under direct supervision and did not present themselves as opticians. The changes aim to tighten the regulations surrounding opticianry practice in Florida, ensuring that only licensed professionals are involved in the provision of optician services. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 1544 Filed: 484.011, 484.018