Bill
HB 349
relative to the practice of optometry and authorization to perform ophthalmic laser procedures.
2026 Regular Session
Introduced by Debra Altschiller and 6 co-sponsors
Authorship of ophthalmic laser procedures would be expanded to qualified optometrists with required training, supervision rules, and safety safeguards.
Veto Sustained 04/09/2026: RC 145-206 Lacking Necessary Two-Thirds Vote HJ 10 P. 4