SB5

Senate Bill 5 amends the definition of a 'veterinarian-client-patient relationship' under Arkansas law to explicitly authorize the use of telemedicine for veterinary examinations. The bill updates requirements to specify that a veterinarian can establish this relationship through either an in-person examination or via telemedicine. To practice veterinary telemedicine under this legislation, the veterinarian must be licensed in the state of Arkansas. Additionally, the bill mandates that any veterinarian practicing in this capacity must comply with all applicable federal laws and regulations. The primary purpose of the bill is to expand the availability of telemedicine in the practice of veterinary medicine within the state.