Bill > HB3046

This bill expands the scope of pharmacy practice in Oregon, primarily focusing on pharmacists' ability to prescribe, dispense, and administer medications for opioid use disorder. Specifically, the bill allows pharmacists to register with the federal Drug Enforcement Administration as mid-level practitioners, enabling them to directly prescribe, dispense, and administer medications to treat opioid addiction. The legislation also introduces new regulations for pharmacy prescription lockers, clarifying that lockers at the same physical address as a retail drug outlet do not require additional registration, while lockers at different locations must be registered with the State Board of Pharmacy. Additionally, the bill modifies existing laws to remove restrictions on early refills and streamline the process for pharmacists to provide medication-assisted treatment. The changes are set to become operative on January 1, 2026, giving the State Board of Pharmacy time to develop necessary rules and guidelines. The bill aims to increase access to medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder by empowering pharmacists to play a more direct role in patient care.

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https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HB3046