New Legislation Aligns Vet Techs with Medical Professionals

State Senator Michael E. Hastings is advancing House Bill 3360, a measure aimed at ensuring Veterinary technicians in Illinois are properly licensed and trained through accredited programs. The bill would require anyone identifying as a Veterinary technician to obtain a license from the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, which includes graduating from an accredited program and passing a licensing exam.In addition, the legislation mandates that Veterinary technicians visibly display their licenses in their workplaces, mirroring standard practices in other healthcare professions.

Hastings introduced the bill in response to calls from Certified Veterinary Technicians seeking alignment with existing administrative rules. The proposed legislation has gained support from several Veterinary organizations and clinics, including the Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association and multiple animal hospitals. Hastings emphasized that the measure would enhance trust and professionalism in the Veterinary field, similar to the reassurance patients feel when seeing a medical professional’s credentials displayed in a clinic.