This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to authorize the Board of Optometry to promulgate a legislative rule concerning continuing education. Specifically, it references the legislative rule filed in the State Register on July 23, 2025, which was modified to address the concerns of the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee and subsequently refiled on September 18, 2025. The new legal language inserted into the current law includes the designation of the rule as "14 CSR 10."

The primary purpose of this bill is to ensure that the Board of Optometry has the authority to implement and enforce continuing education requirements for optometrists, thereby enhancing the professional standards within the field. The bill reflects a commitment to maintaining high levels of competency and knowledge among practitioners in the state.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 64-9-1