Committee advances optometry scope bill after compromise that excludes lasers
The committee adopted a strike-all amendment to H 4,103 that expands non‑surgical optometry scope but excludes three laser procedures; presenters said the change modernizes law, improves rural access and reflects a negotiated compromise to prioritize patient safety.
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The committee adopted a strike‑all amendment to House Bill 4,103 and passed the amended bill unanimously after testimony from optometrists and ophthalmologists who described a negotiated compromise.
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