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NY A00678

NY A00678
Allows pharmacy technicians to practice in any pharmacy under the supervision of a pharmacist.


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Introduced
01/08/2025
In Committee
05/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the education law, in relation to allowing pharmacy technicians to practice in any pharmacy under the supervision of a pharmacist

AI Summary

This bill expands the practice settings for registered pharmacy technicians by allowing them to work in any pharmacy under the direct personal supervision of a licensed pharmacist, removing previous restrictions that limited their practice to specific facilities like those licensed under article twenty-eight of the public health law. The bill maintains key requirements that pharmacy technicians can only assist pharmacists with tasks that do not require professional judgment, such as compounding, preparing, labeling, and dispensing drugs. The supervising pharmacist must provide direct, immediate supervision, remain in the immediate area, authorize and evaluate the procedures, and approve all work performed by the pharmacy technician before any drug is dispensed. Additionally, the pharmacy is responsible for ensuring that the pharmacy technician receives appropriate training to demonstrate competence before assisting the licensed pharmacist. This change aims to provide more flexibility in pharmacy staffing while maintaining strict oversight to ensure patient safety.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (22)

Last Action

substituted by s3236a (on 05/21/2025)

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