Revision: Jan. 5, 2026, 4:31 p.m.
Rep. Layon, Rock. 13
Rep. Kofalt, Hills. 32
Rep. Gregg, Hills. 7
Rep. Long, Hills. 26
January 5, 2026
2026-0032h
05/09
Floor Amendment to HB 349-FN
Amend RSA 327:6-d, II(b) and (c) as inserted by section 1 of the bill by replacing them with the following:
(b) Criteria for requiring proctoring and criteria for proctors;
(c) Outcome reporting requirements for such procedures performed by certificate holders; and
(d) A means of identification and verification of optometrists certified to perform advanced procedures.
Amend RSA 327:6-d as inserted by section 1 of the bill by inserting after paragraph V the following new paragraph:
VI. Prior to any procedure permitted under paragraph I, the licensee shall obtain a patient-signed informed consent form that includes the nature of the procedure, known potential benefits and risks/complications, alternative treatment options, expected prognosis without treatment, and the provider's credentials. The signed informed consent form shall remain part of the patient's medical record.