HB 1445 Missouri House · 2025 Regular Session

Removes the expiration date for the RX cares for Missouri program

HB 1445 removes the scheduled expiration date (August 28, 2026) for Missouri's RX Cares program, ensuring the program continues indefinitely. The bill directly affects the program's ongoing operation, which promotes medication safety and prevents prescription drug abuse, misuse, and diversion. Key provisions allow the board to use funds for programs or education on these issues, without replacing existing state agency funding. This change extends the program's legal authorization beyond its previous sunset date without altering its core purpose or funding mechanisms.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 25, 2025 Last action May 15, 2025
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May 15, 2025
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Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
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Feb 25, 2025
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Bennie Cook
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