Relating to the licensing and regulation of orthotists and prosthetists.

SB 918 allows Texas licensing authorities to grant exemptions from specific education, training, or exam requirements for orthotists and prosthetists who demonstrate unique qualifications. Applicants must provide evidence of specialized skills or experience to the licensing commission, rather than meeting all standard requirements. Approved applicants receive a full license with identical privileges to fully licensed peers but are exempt from the waived requirements during license renewal. This change applies only to applications submitted on or after September 1, 2025, leaving pre-existing applications governed by prior law.