Permits pharmacists to administer certain long-acting injectable drugs.

This bill permits pharmacists in New Jersey to administer specific long-acting injectable drugs for psychiatric conditions, such as certain antipsychotic medications, under a prescriber's authorization. It requires pharmacists to be certified by the State Board of Pharmacy and follow jointly established rules with the State Board of Medical Examiners. The drugs must be FDA-approved for treating psychiatric disorders and provide treatment lasting up to 24 weeks per dose. This directly affects pharmacists who meet certification standards and patients seeking these psychiatric treatments, expanding access beyond traditional medical settings. The bill does not change vaccine administration rules, which are covered separately in the same legislation.