This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to authorize the Board of Optometry to promulgate a legislative rule concerning oral pharmaceutical certificates. Specifically, it references a legislative rule that was filed in the State Register on July 23, 2025, and subsequently modified and refiled on September 18, 2025. The rule is identified as 14 CSR 02, which pertains to the Board of Optometry's authority to issue oral pharmaceutical certificates. The bill aims to formalize the Board of Optometry's ability to implement this rule, ensuring that the necessary regulatory framework is in place for the issuance of oral pharmaceutical certificates. This legislative action is intended to enhance the scope of practice for optometrists in West Virginia, aligning with the evolving standards in the field of optometry.

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Introduced Version: 64-9-1