Bill > HB1027

This bill modifies regulations for telepharmacy services in Texas by updating rules for remote dispensing sites and pharmacy operations. The bill removes previous restrictions on the types of healthcare facilities that can use telepharmacy systems and eliminates specific location requirements. It establishes new guidelines for remote dispensing sites, including requirements that a provider pharmacy can serve up to two remote sites, pharmacy technicians must have at least one year of prior retail pharmacy experience, and technicians must complete a board-approved training program. The bill mandates that pharmacy technicians at remote sites cannot perform complex compounding but can prepare commercially available medications, and requires pharmacists to be physically present when providing certain services like immunizations. Additionally, the bill prohibits the pharmacy board from imposing mileage restrictions on telepharmacy system locations, which could help expand access to pharmacy services in underserved areas. The changes aim to provide more flexibility in pharmacy service delivery while maintaining safety and supervision standards. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Health and Social Services

https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB1027