CR_12-051 Revise Chapter VE 1, relating to definitions of patient and prescription legend animal drugs.  

  • Summary of, and comparison with, existing or proposed federal statutes and regulations
    None
    Comparison to rules in adjacent states
    Illinois :
    Illinois does not require a personal appearance.
    Iowa :
    Iowa does not require a personal appearance.
    Michigan :
    Michigan does not require a personal appearance.
    Minnesota :
    Minnesota does not require a personal appearance.
    Summary of factual data and analytical methodologies
    The Psychology Examining Board conformed the rule to the statute. No additional factual data or analytical methodologies were used.
    Analysis and Supporting Documents Used to Determine Effect on Small Business or in Preparation of Economic Impact Analysis
    This rule creates a change which matches the statutory languages. The rule has a positive effect on applicants and does not have an effect on small business.
    This rule was posted for public comment on the economic impact of the proposed rule, including how this proposed rule may affect businesses, local government units and individuals, for a period of 14 days. No comments were received relating to the economic impact of the rule.
    Fiscal estimate and economic impact analysis
    The Fiscal Estimate and Economic Impact Analysis is attached.
    Initial Regulatory Flexibility Analysis or Summary
    The proposed rules do not have an economic impact on small businesses.
    Agency Contact Person
    Please direct any questions to Sharon Henes, Paralegal, Department of Safety and Professional Services, Division of Policy Development, 1400 East Washington Avenue, Room 151, P.O. Box 8935, Madison, Wisconsin 53708; telephone 608-261-2377; email at Sharon.Henes@wisconsin.go v .
    Text of Rule
    SECTION 1. Psy 2.09 (4) is amended to read:
    Psy 2.09 (4) APPEARANCE BEFORE THE BOARD. The applicant shall may be required to appear before the board in person prior to licensure to allow the board to make such inquiry of them as to qualifications and other matters as it considers proper.
    SECTION 2. Psy 2.12 (2) is repealed.
    SECTION 3. Psy 2.12 (3) and (4) are renumbered to Psy 2.12 (2) and (3).
    STATE OF WISCONSIN
    DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION
    DOA 2049 (R 07/2011)
    ADMINISTRATIVE RULES
    FISCAL ESTIMATE AND
    ECONOMIC IMPACT ANALYSIS
    Type of Estimate and Analysis
    X Original Updated Corrected
    Administrative Rule Chapter, Title and Number
    Psy 2
    Subject
    Applicant Appearances
    Fund Sources Affected
    Chapter 20 , Stats. Appropriations Affected
    GPR FED X PRO PRS SEG SEG-S
    Fiscal Effect of Implementing the Rule
    No Fiscal Effect
    Indeterminate
    Increase Existing Revenues
    Decrease Existing Revenues
    Increase Costs
    Could Absorb Within Agency's Budget
    X Decrease Costs
    The Rule Will Impact the Following (Check All That Apply)
    State's Economy
    Local Government Units
    Specific Businesses/Sectors
    Public Utility Rate Payers
    Would Implementation and Compliance Costs Be Greater Than $20 million?
    Yes X No
    Policy Problem Addressed by the Rule
    This amendment will bring the rule in line with the statutes which has a discretionary provision regarding applicant appearances rather than the current rule which is mandatory. The rule also repeals the reciprocity provision because the Agreement of Reciprocity of the Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards requires a personal appearance before the Board.
    Summary of Rule's Economic and Fiscal Impact on Specific Businesses, Business Sectors, Public Utility Rate Payers, Local Governmental Units and the State's Economy as a Whole (Include Implementation and Compliance Costs Expected to be Incurred)
    There is no economic or fiscal impact on specific businesses, business sectors, public utility rate payers, local governmental units or the state's economy as a whole.
    Benefits of Implementing the Rule and Alternative(s) to Implementing the Rule
    The benefit to rule will reduce the administrative burden of the resources of the Psychology Examining Board and the Department of Safety and Professional Services. It would also significantly reduce the time it takes an applicant to become licensed because they would no longer have to wait until a scheduled meeting. The repeal of the provision regarding the Agreement of Reciprocity of the Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards would have minimal impact due to there only being seven other signatory states and none are neighboring states.
    The alternative to rule change would be to continue requiring every applicant to appear before the Board prior to obtaining a license.
    Long Range Implications of Implementing the Rule
    The long range implication would be streamlined application process.
    Compare With Approaches Being Used by Federal Government
    None
    Compare With Approaches Being Used by Neighboring States (Illinois, Iowa, Michigan and Minnesota )
    None of our neighboring states require a personal appearance before the Board prior to issuance of a license.
    Name and Phone Number of Contact Person
    Sharon Henes (608) 261-2377
    Notice of Hearing
    Safety and Professional Services —
    Veterinary Examining Board
    NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to authority vested in the Veterinary Examining Board in sections 15.08 (5) (b) and 453.03 (1), Wis. Stats., and interpreting section 453.02 (4s), Wis. Stats., the Veterinary Examining Board will hold a public hearing at the time and place indicated below to consider an order to repeal section VE 1.02 (8) ; and to amend section VE 1.02 (7) relating to the definitions of patient and prescription legend animal drugs.
    Hearing Information
    Date:   Wednesday, January 30, 2013
    Time:   9:00 a.m.
    Location:   1400 East Washington Avenue
      Room 121A
      Madison, WI
    Appearances at the Hearing
    Interested persons are invited to present information at the hearing. Persons appearing may make an oral presentation but are urged to submit facts, opinions and argument in writing as well. Facts, opinions and argument may also be submitted in writing without a personal appearance by mail addressed to the Department of Safety and Professional Services, Division of Board Services, P.O. Box 8935, Madison, Wisconsin 53708. Written comments must be received at or before the public hearing to be included in the record of rule-making proceedings.
    Copies of Proposed Rule
    Copies of this proposed rule are available upon request to Shancethea Leatherwood, Paralegal, Department of Safety and Professional Services, Division of Board Services, 1400 East Washington Avenue, P.O. Box 8935, Madison, Wisconsin 53708, or by email at Shancethea.Leatherwood @wisconsin.gov .
    Place Where Comments Are to be Submitted and Deadline For Submissions
    Comments may be submitted to Shancethea Leatherwood, Paralegal, Department of Safety and Professional Services, Division of Policy Development, 1400 East Washington Avenue, Room 151, P.O. Box 8935, Madison, WI 53708-8935, or by email to Shancethea.Leatherwood @wisconsin.gov . Comments must be received at or before the public hearing to be held on January 30, 2013 to be included in the record of rule-making proceedings.
    Analysis Prepared by the Department of Safety and Professional Services
    Statutes interpreted
    Section 453.02 (4s) , Wis. Stats.
    Statutory authority
    Sections 15.08 (5) (b) and 453.03 (1) , Wis. Stats.
    Explanation of agency authority
    An examining board shall promulgate rules for its own guidance and for the guidance of the profession to which it pertains. The Board may promulgate rules establishing the scope of practice.
    Related statute or rule
    Section 453.02 (4s) , Wis. Stats.
    Plain language analysis
    Section 1 is amended in order for the definition of "patient" in the rule to match the definition in the statute.
    Section 2 is repealed due to "Prescription legend animal drugs" no longer being referenced in the VE Code.
    Summary of, and comparison with, existing or proposed federal statutes and regulations
    None.
    Comparison to rules in adjacent states
    Illinois :
    Illinois Veterinary Medicine and Surgery Practice Act of 2004 defines patient as "an animal that is examined or treated by a veterinarian." 225 Ill. Comp. Stat § 115/3. The Rules do not have a separate definition.
    Iowa :
    Iowa statutes and administrative code do not define patient; only animal.
    Michigan :
    Michigan statutes and administrative code do not define patient; only animal.
    Minnesota :
    Minnesota statutes define patient" as an animal for which a veterinary prescription drug is used or intended to be used. Minn. Stat. § 156.16 .
    Summary of factual data and analytical methodologies
    Veterinary Examining Board ensured the accuracy, integrity, objectivity and consistency of data were used in preparing the proposed rule and related analysis.
    Analysis and Supporting Documents Used to Determine Effect on Small Business or in Preparation of Economic Impact Analysis
    This rule updates a definition to match the statutory definition and repeals a definition no longer used, therefore there is no economic impact. This rule was posted for public comment on the economic impact of the proposed rule, including how this proposed rule may affect businesses, local government units and individuals, for a period of 14 days. No comments were received relating to the economic impact of the rule.
    Fiscal estimate and economic impact analysis
    The Fiscal Estimate and Economic Impact Analysis is attached.
    Initial Regulatory Flexibility Analysis or Summary
    There is no effect on small businesses.
    These proposed rules do not have an economic impact on small businesses, as defined in s. 227.114 (1) , Stats. The Department's Regulatory Review Coordinator may be contacted by email at Greg.Gasper@wisconsin.gov , or by calling (608) 266-8608.
    Agency Contact Person
    Shancethea Leatherwood, Paralegal, Department of Safety and Professional Services, Division of Policy Development, 1400 East Washington Avenue, Room 151, P.O. Box 8935, Madison, Wisconsin 53708; telephone 608-261-4438; email at Shancethea.Leatherwood@wisconsin.gov .
    Text of Rule
    SECTION 1. VE 1.02 (7) is amended to read:
    (7) "Patient" means the an animal being that is examined or treated by a veterinarian .
    SECTION 2. VE 1.02 (8) is repealed.
    STATE OF WISCONSIN
    DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION
    DOA 2049 (R 07/2011)
    ADMINISTRATIVE RULES
    FISCAL ESTIMATE AND
    ECONOMIC IMPACT ANALYSIS
    Type of Estimate and Analysis
    X Original Updated Corrected
    Administrative Rule Chapter, Title and Number
    VE 1.02
    Subject
    Definitions
    Fund Sources Affected
    Chapter 20 , Stats. Appropriations Affected
    GPR FED PRO PRS SEG SEG-S
    Fiscal Effect of Implementing the Rule
    X No Fiscal Effect
    Indeterminate
    Increase Existing Revenues
    Decrease Existing Revenues
    Increase Costs
    Could Absorb Within Agency's Budget
    Decrease Costs
    The Rule Will Impact the Following (Check All That Apply)
    State's Economy
    Local Government Units
    Specific Businesses/Sectors
    Public Utility Rate Payers
    Would Implementation and Compliance Costs Be Greater Than $20 million?
    Yes X No
    Policy Problem Addressed by the Rule
    The rule will amend the definition of "patient" to match the definition in the statute and repeal the definition of "prescription legend animal drugs" due to no longer being used in the rule.
    Summary of Rule's Economic and Fiscal Impact on Specific Businesses, Business Sectors, Public Utility Rate Payers, Local Governmental Units and the State's Economy as a Whole (Include Implementation and Compliance Costs Expected to be Incurred)
    No economic or fiscal impact to business, organization or the economy as a whole.
    Benefits of Implementing the Rule and Alternative(s) to Implementing the Rule
    The benefit is creating consistency with rule and statute in defining "patient" in order to create clarity.
    Long Range Implications of Implementing the Rule
    There are no long range implications.
    Compare With Approaches Being Used by Federal Government
    N/A
    Compare With Approaches Being Used by Neighboring States (Illinois, Iowa, Michigan and Minnesota )
    Illinois defines patient as "an animal that is examined or treated by a veterinarian". Iowa and Michigan do not define patient; only animal. Minnesota defines patient as "an animal for which a veterinary prescription drug is used or intended to be used".
    Name and Phone Number of Contact Person
    Sharon Henes (608) 261-2377
    Notice of Hearing
    Safety and Professional Services —
    Veterinary Examining Board
    NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to authority vested in the Veterinary Examining Board in sections 15.08 (5) (b) and 453.03 (2), Wis. Stats., and interpreting section 453.03 (2), Wis. Stats., the Veterinary Examining Board will hold a public hearing at the time and place indicated below to consider an order to repeal section VE 7.06 (22) (c) , (d) , (e) and (Note), section VE 9.05 (12) (c) , (d) , (e) and (Note), sections VE 10.02 (1) (a) 1. , VE 10.02 (2) (a) 1. , and VE 10.04 ; and amend sections VE 7.06 (22) and VE 9.05 (12) relating to continuing education and training in the use of pesticides by veterinarians and certified veterinary technicians.
    Hearing Information
    Date:   Wednesday, January 30, 2013
    Time:   9:05 a.m.
    Location:   1400 East Washington Avenue
      Room 121A
      Madison, WI
    Appearances at the Hearing
    Interested persons are invited to present information at the hearing. Persons appearing may make an oral presentation but are urged to submit facts, opinions and argument in writing as well. Facts, opinions and argument may also be submitted in writing without a personal appearance by mail addressed to the Department of Safety and Professional Services, Division of Board Services, P.O. Box 8935, Madison, Wisconsin 53708. Written comments must be received at or before the public hearing to be included in the record of rule-making proceedings.
    Place Where Comments Are to be Submitted and Deadline For Submissions
    Comments may be submitted to Shancethea Leatherwood, Paralegal, Department of Safety and Professional Services, Division of Policy Development, 1400 East Washington Avenue, Room 151, P.O. Box 8935, Madison, WI 53708-8935, or by email to Shancethea.Leatherwood @wisconsin.gov . Comments must be received at or before the public hearing to be held on January 30, 2013 to be included in the record of rule-making proceedings.
    Copies of Proposed Rule
    Copies of this proposed rule are available upon request to Shancethea Leatherwood, Paralegal, Department of Safety and Professional Services, Division of Board Services, 1400 East Washington Avenue, P.O. Box 8935, Madison, Wisconsin 53708, or by email at Shancethea.Leatherwood @wisconsin.gov .
    Analysis Prepared by the Department of Safety and Professional Services
    Statutes interpreted
    Section 453.03 (2) , Wis. Stats.
    Statutory authority
    Sections 15.08 (5) (b) and 453.03 (2) , Wis. Stats.
    Explanation of agency authority
    An examining board shall promulgate rules for its own guidance and for the guidance of the profession to which it pertains. The Veterinary Examining Board may not require training or continuing education concerning the use, handling, distribution, and disposal of pesticides other than for disciplinary purposes.
    Related statute or rule
    Section 453.03 (2) , Wis. Stats.
    Plain language analysis
    The passage of 2009 Wisconsin Act 139 amended s. 453.03 (2) , Wis. Stats., to create an exception to the promulgation of rules requiring training and continuing education sufficient to assure the competency of veterinarians and certified veterinary technicians in the practice of veterinarians and certified veterinary technicians in the practice of veterinary medicine. Per the statutory amendment, the Board may not require training or continuing education concerning the use, handling, distribution, and disposal of pesticides other than for disciplinary purposes.
    Currently s. VE 10.04 requires a certification on the renewal application that veterinarians and certified veterinary technicians have taken one credit of continuing education in the use, handling, distribution and disposal of pesticides during the two years prior to the renewal. Section 6 repeals this requirement.
    Sections 1-5 amends or repeals portions of the Administrative Code to remove all references to s. VE 10.04 .
    Summary of, and comparison with, existing or proposed federal statutes and regulations
    None.
    Comparison to rules in adjacent states
    Illinois :
    Illinois does not require continuing education in the use, handling, distribution and disposal of pesticides.
    Iowa :
    Iowa does not require continuing education in the use, handling, distribution and disposal of pesticides.
    Michigan :
    Michigan does not require any continuing education for veterinarians or veterinary technicians.
    Minnesota :
    Minnesota does not require continuing education in the use, handling, distribution and disposal of pesticides.
    Summary of factual data and analytical methodologies
    Veterinary Examining Board ensured the accuracy, integrity, objectivity and consistency of data were used in preparing the proposed rule and related analysis.
    Analysis and Supporting Documents Used to Determine Effect on Small Business or in Preparation of Economic Impact Analysis
    Per 2009 Act 139 , the Board may not require training or continuing education concerning pesticides and this rule will repeal the requirements currently in place. This rule was posted for public comment on the economic impact of the proposed rule, including how this proposed rule may affect businesses, local government units and individuals, for a period of 14 days. No comments were received relating to the economic impact of the rule.
    Fiscal estimate and economic impact analysis
    The Fiscal Estimate and Economic Impact Analysis is attached.
    Initial Regulatory Flexibility Analysis or Summary
    There is no effect on small businesses.
    Agency Contact Person
    Shancethea Leatherwood, Paralegal, Department of Safety and Professional Services, Division of Policy Development, 1400 East Washington Avenue, Room 151, P.O. Box 8935, Madison, Wisconsin 53708; telephone 608-261-4438; email at Shancethea.Leatherwood@wisconsin.gov .
    Text of Rule
    SECTION 1. VE 7.06 (22) is amended to read:
    VE 7.06 (22) Falsely certifying to the board under s. VE 10.02 (6) or 10.04 (1) that the veterinarian:
    SECTION 2. VE 7.06 (22) (c), (d), (e), and Note are repealed.
    SECTION 3. VE 9.05 (12) is amended to read:
    VE 9.05 (12) Falsely certifying to the board under s. VE 10.02 (6) or 10.04 (1) that the veterinary technician:
    SECTION 4. VE 9.05 (12) (c), (d), (e) and Note are repealed.
    SECTION 5. VE 10.02 (1) (a) 1.and 10.02 (2) (a) 1. are repealed.
    SECTION 6. VE 10.04 is repealed
    STATE OF WISCONSIN
    DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION
    DOA 2049 (R 07/2011)
    ADMINISTRATIVE RULES
    FISCAL ESTIMATE AND
    ECONOMIC IMPACT ANALYSIS
    Type of Estimate and Analysis
    X Original Updated Corrected
    Administrative Rule Chapter, Title and Number
    VE 7, 9, 10
    Subject
    Continuing education and training in the use of pesticides
    Fund Sources Affected
    Chapter 20 , Stats. Appropriations Affected
    GPR FED PRO PRS SEG SEG-S
    Fiscal Effect of Implementing the Rule
    X No Fiscal Effect
    Indeterminate
    Increase Existing Revenues
    Decrease Existing Revenues
    Increase Costs
    Could Absorb Within Agency's Budget
    Decrease Costs
    The Rule Will Impact the Following (Check All That Apply)
    State's Economy
    Local Government Units
    Specific Businesses/Sectors
    Public Utility Rate Payers
    Would Implementation and Compliance Costs Be Greater Than $20 million?
    Yes X No
    Policy Problem Addressed by the Rule
    Per 2009 Act 139, the Board may not require training or continuing education concerning the use, handling, distribution, and disposal of pesticides other than for disciplinary purposes. This rule will repeal the requirements currently in place requiring continuing education in this area.
    Summary of Rule's Economic and Fiscal Impact on Specific Businesses, Business Sectors, Public Utility Rate Payers, Local Governmental Units and the State's Economy as a Whole (Include Implementation and Compliance Costs Expected to be Incurred)
    No economic or fiscal impact to business, organization or the economy as a whole.
    Benefits of Implementing the Rule and Alternative(s) to Implementing the Rule
    The benefit is the rule will be in line with the statutory authority regarding continuing education.
    Long Range Implications of Implementing the Rule
    N/A
    Compare With Approaches Being Used by Federal Government
    None
    Compare With Approaches Being Used by Neighboring States (Illinois, Iowa, Michigan and Minnesota )
    Our neighboring states do not require continuing education in the use, handling, distribution and disposal of pesticides.
    Name and Phone Number of Contact Person
    Sharon Henes (608) 261-2377