The purpose of the proposed changes to Rule Chapter 12A-1, F.A.C. (Sales and Use Tax), is to update, consistent with current statutory provisions, the application of tax to drugs, medicines, and medical products, supplies, and devices used in the treatment of human disease, illness, or injury, and in the treatment of animals. When adopted, the proposed substantial rewording of Rule 12A-1.020, F.A.C. (Licensed Practitioners; Drugs, Medical Products and Supplies), will provide for the administration of sales tax for the following items used to treat human disease, illness, or injury: •Drugs, medical products, supplies, or devices •Common household remedies •Cosmetics, toilet articles, and hygiene products •Chemical compounds and test kits •Eyeglasses and lenses •Orthopedic, therapeutic, or corrective shoes •Prescribed parts and attachments to assist a person with special needs When adopted, the proposed amendments to Rule 12A-1.021, F.A.C. (Prosthetic and Orthopedic Appliances), will update the list of tax-exempt prosthetic or orthopedic appliances and provide how to purchase materials and supplies that will be incorporated into tax-exempt prosthetic or orthopedic appliances without paying tax at the time of purchase. When adopted, proposed new Rule 12A-1.0215, F.A.C. (Veterinary Sales and Services), will provide for the application of tax to items used in the practice of veterinary medicine, including medical products, supplies, and devices, and substances possessing curative or remedial properties. When adopted, the proposed amendments to Rule 12A-1.097, F.A.C. (Public Use Forms), will adopt, by reference, changes to Form DR-46NT, Nontaxable Medical and General Grocery List, necessary to reflect the provisions of substantially reworded Rule 12A-1.020, F.A.C., revised Rule 12A-1.021, F.A.C., and new Rule 12A-1.0215, F.A.C.