Permits the compounding, dispensing and sale of veterinary-specific pharmaceuticals to veterinarians by pharmacists
This bill allows pharmacists to compound, dispense, and sell veterinary-specific medications directly to licensed veterinarians. It amends education law to permit pharmacists to supply these drugs to vets for stocking and administration, without requiring a specific patient prescription. However, any opioids or controlled substances dispensed under this provision must follow additional limits set by the Department of Health. The law directly affects pharmacists and veterinarians by expanding pharmacists' role in veterinary care supply chains.
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Jul 2025
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Introduced Jul 18, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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lower
Jul 18, 2025
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lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Alicia Hyndman
DDemocratic
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