The bill amends section 474.217 of the Florida Statutes to revise the requirements for veterinarian licensure by endorsement. Specifically, it removes the stipulation that an applicant must have held a valid, active license for the three years immediately preceding their application. Instead, the bill introduces a requirement that the applicant must hold a valid, active license "in good standing" to practice veterinary medicine in another state, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory. Additionally, applicants must demonstrate knowledge of Florida's veterinary laws and rules and have successfully completed an examination equivalent to or more stringent than that required by the board.

The effective date for this act is set for July 1, 2026. This change aims to streamline the licensure process for veterinarians moving to Florida from other jurisdictions, potentially increasing the availability of veterinary services in the state.

Statutes affected:
H 1509 Filed: 474.217