WSR 16-10-121 PROPOSED RULES DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH (Veterinary Board of Governors) [Filed May 4, 2016, 11:43 a.m.]
Original Notice.
Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 16-01-169.
Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: WAC 246-935-290 Qualified organizations approved by the veterinary board of governors, the veterinary board of governors (board) is proposing to amend the rule to update the list of approved veterinary technician continuing education (CE) organizations to include colleges of veterinary medicine.
Hearing Location(s): Courtyard Richland Columbia Point, Riverside Hall, 480 Columbia Point Drive, Richland, WA 99352, on June 20, 2016, at 10 a.m.
Date of Intended Adoption: June 20, 2016.
Submit Written Comments to: Loralei Walker, Department of Health, Veterinary Board of Governors, P.O. Box 47852, Olympia, WA 98504-7852, e-mail http://www3.doh.wa.gov/policyreview/, fax (360) 236-2901, by June 10, 2016.
Assistance for Persons with Disabilities: Contact Loralei Walker by June 10, 2016, TTY (800) 833-6388 or 711.
Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The proposed rule would add board approved colleges or schools of veterinary medicine to the list of approved CE course providers for licensed veterinary technicians. The current list includes board approved colleges or schools of veterinary medical technology, but does not include veterinary colleges as approved CE providers.
Reasons Supporting Proposal: The Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine asked the board to consider adding this category because veterinary colleges provide quality CE that is relevant to the work of veterinary technicians. Adding veterinary colleges to the list of approved CE providers could offer veterinary technicians broader opportunities for meeting their CE requirements.
Statutory Authority for Adoption: RCW 18.92.030.
Statute Being Implemented: RCW 18.92.030.
Rule is not necessitated by federal law, federal or state court decision.
Name of Proponent: Department of health, veterinary board of governors, governmental.
Name of Agency Personnel Responsible for Drafting, Implementation, and Enforcement: Loralei Walker, 111 Israel Road S.E., Tumwater, WA 98501, (360) 236-4947.
No small business economic impact statement has been prepared under chapter 19.85 RCW. The proposed rule would not impose more than minor costs on businesses in an industry.
A cost-benefit analysis is required under RCW 34.05.328. A preliminary cost-benefit analysis may be obtained by contacting Loralei Walker, Department of Health, Veterinary Board of Governors, P.O. Box 47852, Olympia, WA 98504-7852, phone (360) 236-4947, fax (360) 236-2901, e-mail Loralei.Walker@doh.wa.gov. The board did not complete a cost-benefit analysis under RCW 34.05.328. The proposed rule does not qualify as a significant legislative rule as defined under RCW 34.05.328 (5)(c)(iii).
May 3, 2016
Kathy Schmitt
Deputy Director
Office of Health
Professions and Facilities
AMENDATORY SECTION (Amending WSR 08-20-126, filed 10/1/08, effective 11/1/08)
WAC 246-935-290 Qualified organizations approved by the veterinary board of governors.
Courses offered by the following organizations qualify as continuing education courses for veterinary technicians.
(1) The Washington State Association of Veterinary Technicians.
(2) National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America.
(3) All veterinary technician specialty academies recognized by the North American Veterinary Technician Association.
(4) The American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB).
(5) The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).
(6) The Washington State Veterinary Medical Association.
(7) Any board approved college or school of veterinary medical technology.
(8) Any board approved college or school of veterinary medicine.
(9) Any state or regional veterinary association which is recognized by the licensing authority of its state as a qualified professional association or educational organization.
(((9))) (10) The American Animal Hospital Association.
(((10))) (11) Veterinary specialty boards recognized by the American Veterinary Medical Association.
(((11))) (12) Regional veterinary conferences and allied organizations recognized by AAVSB.
(((12))) (13) The Registry of Approved Continuing Education (RACE).
(((13))) (14) Other courses as approved by the board.
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