Bill > A03310

This bill establishes a drug repository program under the state board of pharmacy to accept and distribute donated prescription drugs to eligible residents who cannot afford their medications. The program allows pharmacies, hospitals, and nonprofit clinics to voluntarily participate in collecting and dispensing donated prescription drugs, with strict guidelines to ensure safety. Only drugs in original, sealed, and tamper-evident packaging with more than six months until expiration can be accepted. Donors can include individuals, drug manufacturers, and healthcare facilities. To receive donated drugs, individuals must meet eligibility standards based on economic need and obtain a prescription from a licensed healthcare professional. The bill provides liability protection for participants in the program, including immunity from criminal prosecution, civil liability, and professional disciplinary action. The state board of pharmacy, in consultation with the commissioner of health, must develop comprehensive rules and regulations governing the program, including criteria for drug acceptance, storage, inspection, dispensing procedures, and a standardized handling fee. The program aims to help low-income residents access necessary medications by creating a structured system for drug donation and redistribution.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A3310