I support the amendment allowing non licensed individuals to place catheters under proper supervision.  Prior to my current position, I practiced as a veterinarian in a rural town.  There were no licensed technicians at the clinic and on certain days of the week, I was the only doctor at the clinic.  To limit this skill to licensed technicians only is not a possibility at many places, especially in smaller areas.  There are simply not enough licensed technicians available in the state to satisfy the number of veterinary clinics.   I will also add that through my experience, I have met several unlicensed properly trained individuals whom are just as experienced in placing IV catheters, if not more so than some licensed technicians.