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Committee adopts optometry training substitute and amends investigational-treatment bill
Ohio Senate Health Committee · February 18, 2026
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Summary
The committee adopted a substitute for the optometry bill requiring additional precepted training (32 hours) for lasers and injections and adopted an amendment to an investigational-treatment bill that preserves right-to-try definitions and adds pharmacy licensure requirements for distributers.
The Ohio Senate Health Committee adopted a substitute to Senate Bill 36 that would require optometrists who perform certain laser and injection procedures to complete certified preceptor procedures and a 32-hour training course, with waivers for recent accredited graduates whose…
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