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This bill establishes statewide standards for HIV post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) in Kansas, which is a preventive medical treatment taken after potential exposure to HIV to reduce the risk of infection. The bill requires the state board of pharmacy to create a comprehensive protocol allowing licensed pharmacists to initiate PEP for patients who may have been exposed to HIV. The protocol mandates that pharmacists provide thorough patient education about the treatment, including the importance of rapid administration, potential side effects, and the need for follow-up medical care. Pharmacists who initiate PEP in good faith and with reasonable care are protected from civil liability, criminal prosecution, and professional disciplinary actions. The protocol will include specific procedures for accurate recordkeeping and patient education, and pharmacists cannot allow patients to waive required consultations. The state board of pharmacy must adopt implementing rules and regulations before January 1, 2026, and the provisions will be considered part of the existing Kansas pharmacy act. The bill aims to improve access to timely HIV prevention treatment by empowering pharmacists to provide this critical medical intervention.

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https://kslegislature.gov/li/b2025_26/measures/hb2100/