Author: G. Robert Weedon, The Ledger

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Two proposed Florida bills would be of great help to pet owners

Mr. Robert Weedon | Guest columnistFlorida lawmakers in the 2024 Legislative Session have a chance to pass two bills that will increase access to veterinary care in the Sunshine state.The Veterinary Workforce Innovation Act (SB 1038/HB 1245), which would create a veterinary professional associate position, and The Providing Equity in Telemedicine Services Act (HB 849/SB 1040) which would update Florida law so that the veterinarians like me can use telehealth to effectively treat more animal patients.I thank Polk County Rep. Sam Killebrew, R-Winter Haven, who is one of the bill’s sponsors, along with Sen. Jen Bradley, R-Fleming Island, for filing…

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