Texas SB918 amends the licensing and regulation of orthotists and prosthetists, allowing exemptions from certain requirements for qualified.

Texas SB918 modifies the licensing and regulation of orthotists and prosthetists by allowing the commission to exempt qualified individuals from certain academic, clinical training, or examination requirements. To be eligible for an exemption, applicants must present evidence of unique qualifications to practice orthotics, prosthetics, or orthotics and prosthetics. Those granted an exemption are entitled to the same license privileges as those who meet all requirements. The changes apply to license applications submitted after the Act's effective date of September 1, 2025.

Texas SB918 amends the licensing and regulation of orthotists and prosthetists, allowing exemptions from certain requirements for qualified.

Texas SB918 modifies the licensing and regulation of orthotists and prosthetists by allowing the commission to exempt qualified individuals from certain academic, clinical training, or examination requirements. To be eligible for an exemption, applicants must present evidence of unique qualifications to practice orthotics, prosthetics, or orthotics and prosthetics. Those granted an exemption are entitled to the same license privileges as those who meet all requirements. The changes apply to license applications submitted after the Act's effective date of September 1, 2025.