Requires prescriptions for certain patients to include patients' weight.
This bill requires all prescriptions for patients aged 18 or younger to include the patient's weight in kilograms. It directly affects pediatric patients and their healthcare providers, mandating that authorized prescribers (like doctors) list weight on every medication prescription for minors. The key provision is a simple addition to the prescription form, ensuring weight is documented in metric units (kilograms) rather than other measurements. The law takes effect 180 days after enactment.
Bill status
in committee
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Introduction
Sep 2024
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Governor
Introduced Sep 23, 2024
Last action Sep 23, 2024
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Introduced
Introduced in the Assembly, Referred to Assembly Health Committee
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Andrea Katz
DDemocratic
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