Bill > HB794

This bill comprehensively updates Montana's pharmacy laws by making several key changes. It revises definitions related to pharmacy practice, removes the requirement for utilization plans for in-state and out-of-state mail order pharmacies, and clarifies the powers and duties of the Board of Pharmacy. The bill introduces a new requirement for pharmacists to obtain an endorsement to practice as a clinical pharmacist practitioner, updates the definition of pharmacy technicians to specify they perform tasks delegated by pharmacists that do not require independent professional judgment, and removes outdated notification practices for biosimilar product selection. The legislation also updates regulations for wholesale drug distribution, including expanding definitions to include devices and clarifying licensing requirements for wholesale distributors, manufacturers, and third-party logistics providers. Additionally, the bill repeals several sections of existing law related to utilization plans and product selection notifications, streamlining pharmacy regulations and bringing them more in line with current practices and federal guidelines. These changes aim to modernize pharmacy practice, improve regulatory clarity, and potentially reduce administrative burdens for pharmacists and pharmacies in Montana.

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https://bills.legmt.gov/#/laws/bill/2/LC0631