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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/15/2024
02/15/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to smoking cessation agents. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill allows licensed pharmacists to dispense smoking cessation agents, such as nicotine replacement therapies, without a prescription from a doctor. Pharmacists must follow written procedures or protocols developed by a registered physician and complete a training program approved by the Department of Public Health. The bill also requires the Department of Public Health, Board of Registration in Medicine, and Board of Registration in Pharmacy to adopt regulations to implement this new provision.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4634 (on 05/09/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1428 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1428.pdf |
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