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Introduced
12/02/2024
12/02/2024
In Committee
01/05/2026
01/05/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act to amend Section 4145.5 of the Business and Professions Code, relating to healing arts.
AI Summary
This bill expands the ability of individuals to obtain hypodermic needles and syringes for human use by allowing a "delegee" of a physician or pharmacist, meaning someone authorized by them, to furnish these items to individuals 18 years of age or older without a prescription. This change is intended as a public health measure to help prevent the transmission of bloodborne diseases. The bill also requires the California Workforce Development Board to study how to increase the number of mental health service providers available to assist homeless individuals.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Labor and Employment
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
From committee: Filed with the Chief Clerk pursuant to Joint Rule 56. (on 02/02/2026)
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