The bill amends the Public Health Code of Michigan, specifically sections 16287 and 18811, to update the regulations surrounding the practice of veterinary medicine. It mandates that the Department of Health, in consultation with the Michigan Board of Veterinary Medicine, must promulgate rules to implement specific sections of the code. Additionally, it clarifies that the rules established are subject to section 18818, ensuring that the regulatory framework is consistent and comprehensive.

Key changes include the replacement of the term "person" with "individual" in the context of licensing for veterinary practice, emphasizing that only licensed individuals may engage in veterinary medicine. The bill also specifies that an individual must be licensed to practice as a veterinary technician and outlines the limitations on the roles of veterinary technicians, prohibiting them from diagnosing diseases or performing surgeries. Furthermore, it restricts the use of certain titles and terms related to veterinary practice to those individuals who are authorized under the law. The enactment of this bill is contingent upon the passage of related legislation.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 333.16287, 333.18811