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SB2282Introduced in the Senate

Veterinarians; allow to practice when educated at foreign institution and satisfied additional requirements.

Failed

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

  1. Referred To Agriculture

  2. Died In Committee

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