This bill amends various provisions of Minnesota Statutes concerning the practice of veterinary medicine and veterinary technology, aiming to modernize and enhance the regulatory framework. Key changes include the updated definition of an "accredited or approved college of veterinary medicine" to align with standards set by the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education, as well as the introduction of new definitions such as "telemedicine" and "teletriage." The bill also modifies the definition of "animal" to encompass any organism requiring oxygen and organic nutrients, and it establishes new subdivisions outlining the duties and authority of the Board of Veterinary Medicine, which will now include a licensed veterinary technician among its members.

Additionally, the bill introduces new requirements for license applications, emphasizing the need for good moral character and educational standards, while also mandating licensed veterinary technicians to provide humane care and complete continuing education. It clarifies the responsibilities surrounding the veterinarian-client-patient relationship, including the dispensing of prescription drugs under specific emergency conditions. The bill also facilitates the donation and reissuance of veterinary drugs, prohibiting their resale but allowing reissuance without charge to certain entities. Furthermore, it repeals outdated provisions related to licensing qualifications and inspection protocols, streamlining the legal framework governing veterinary practices in Minnesota.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 156.001, 156.01, 156.02, 156.03, 156.04, 156.05, 156.06, 156.07, 156.071, 156.072, 156.075, 156.076, 156.077, 156.078, 156.081, 156.12, 156.121, 156.16, 156.18, 156.19
1st Engrossment: 156.001, 156.01, 156.02, 156.03, 156.04, 156.05, 156.06, 156.07, 156.071, 156.072, 156.076, 156.077, 156.078, 156.081, 156.12, 156.121, 156.16, 156.18, 156.19
2nd Engrossment: 156.001, 156.01, 156.02, 156.03, 156.04, 156.05, 156.06, 156.07, 156.071, 156.072, 156.076, 156.077, 156.078, 156.081, 156.12, 156.121, 156.16, 156.18, 156.19
3rd Engrossment: 156.001, 156.01, 156.02, 156.03, 156.04, 156.05, 156.06, 156.07, 156.071, 156.072, 156.076, 156.077, 156.078, 156.081, 156.12, 156.121, 156.16, 156.18, 156.19