Bill > SB1396

This bill makes several amendments to Arizona's pharmacy board regulations, focusing on updating and clarifying various provisions related to pharmacy licensing, conduct, and controlled substance monitoring. Key provisions include expanding notification requirements for licensees (such as requiring notification within 15 business days of certain changes), modifying disciplinary procedures for pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacy permit holders, and updating reporting requirements for controlled substance prescriptions. The bill introduces new requirements such as mandating that permits contain specific business name information, requiring pharmacies to maintain consistent hours of operation, and adding provisions about permit transferability. It also updates the controlled substances prescription monitoring program by refining reporting timelines, expanding data sharing capabilities, and establishing more detailed guidelines for medical practitioners and pharmacists when prescribing or dispensing controlled substances. The changes aim to enhance public safety, improve regulatory oversight, and streamline administrative processes for pharmacy professionals in Arizona.

Government Affairs

https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/82801