Committee moves to clear tele-veterinary language, easing teleadvice and teletriage rules
February 23, 2026 | 2026 Legislature Georgia, Georgia
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A sponsor representing the author asked the committee to advance language clarifying Senate Bill 105 to ensure veterinary teleadvice and teletriage are not constrained by a required veterinary client–patient relationship or by unnecessary geographic restrictions. The sponsor said the change removes obstacles that make it difficult for poison-control centers and licensed veterinarians to provide remote advice on animal poisonings and urgent situations.
Committee members signaled support for the cleanup; a motion to forward the item to the rules process passed by voice vote. The sponsor and stakeholders said the change is intended to keep telemedicine and poison-control services operating smoothly across jurisdictions.
Committee members signaled support for the cleanup; a motion to forward the item to the rules process passed by voice vote. The sponsor and stakeholders said the change is intended to keep telemedicine and poison-control services operating smoothly across jurisdictions.
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