Medication repository program procedures modifications provision and appropriation
This bill modifies Minnesota's medication repository program rules for donating and distributing unused medications. It requires donated drugs to have at least six months until expiration (with limited exceptions for high-demand items), must be in original sealed packaging, and cannot be controlled substances. Repositories must verify donor information, maintain detailed inventories, and prioritize donated drugs over purchased ones when filling prescriptions. The changes directly affect pharmacies, hospitals, and other donors participating in the program, while ensuring patients receive safe, eligible medications through the repository system.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Feb 24, 2025
Last action Feb 17, 2026
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Feb 24, 2025
Committee
Referred to Health and Human Services
upper
Feb 24, 2025
Introduced
Introduction and first reading
upper
1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Alice Mann
DDemocratic-Farmer-Labor
Co
Jim Abeler
RRepublican
Co
Mark Koran
RRepublican
Co
Rich Draheim
RRepublican
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