SB2282Introduced in the Senate
Veterinarians; allow to practice when educated at foreign institution and satisfied additional requirements.
Introduced by Tyler McCaughn, District 31
What does this bill do?
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Official description
An Act To Amend Section 73-39-53, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Expand The Definition Of A Veterinarian To Include Graduates Of Foreign Colleges Or Schools Of Veterinary Medicine Who Are Board Certified In A Specialty; To Amend Section 73-39-59, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Included Graduates Of Foreign Colleges Or Schools Of Veterinary Medicine Who Are Board Certified In A Specialty As Qualified To Practice Veterinary Medicine In The State Of Mississippi; To Amend Section 73-39-61, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Include A Veterinarian Licensed Under 73-39-53(u)(ii) To Be Allowed To Lecture And Provide Instructions Regarding His Or Her Specialty Area At A Veterinary Medical School In Connection With A Continuing Education Course Or Seminar; To Amend Section 73-39-67, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Allow Applicants That Satisfy The Veterinarian Qualification Requirements As Provided In 73-39-53(u)(ii) To Be Eligible For A License To Practice Veterinary Medicine; To Amend Section 73-39-71, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Allow Applicants That Satisfy The Veterinarian Qualification Requirements As Provided In 73-39-53(u)(ii) To Be Eligible For A License By Endorsement To Practice Veterinary Medicine; And For Related Purposes.
Where it stands
Died In Committee
February 3, 2026
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Bill history
Referred To Agriculture
Died In Committee
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