Panel advances bill to preserve poison-control services and clarify veterinary telemedicine rules Senators voted to advance House Bill 1195 (LC 4043479), which supporters said will allow poison-control centers and veterinarians to offer tele-triage and tele-advice statewide by clarifying a 50-mile/24-hour requirement that previously limited services.

A new bill in Georgia aims to ensure quick veterinary care for pets in emergencies, particularly in rural areas, by clarifying confusing telemedicine rules that could hinder poison-control services.

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Committee approves bill letting veterinary technicians give rabies shots under veterinarian supervision The Senate Agriculture and Consumer Affairs Committee voted unanimously to pass House Bill 1408 (LC 600304), which would allow licensed veterinary technicians to administer an anti-rabies vaccine under the direction of a licensed veterinarian; supporters said professional oversight and statewide veterinary groups back the change.

A major step forward for animal care in Georgia: the Senate Committee has unanimously approved a bill allowing licensed veterinary technicians to administer anti-rabies vaccines under a vet's supervision!

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