S 64·VT·senate
An act relating to amendments to the scope of practice for optometrists
Signed into LawFiled Feb 11, 2025
Sponsor: Becca White (D)
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Senate Message: Signed by Governor June 18, 2026
May 29, 2026
Summary
The bill revises the definition of optometry practice and creates an Advanced Therapeutic Procedures specialty that lets qualified optometrists perform certain surgeries, laser treatments, and injections. It also sets new education, preceptorship, and reporting requirements, while clarifying prohibited procedures and limited opioid prescribing. The changes take effect Jan. 1, 2027.
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