Bill > A05152

This bill amends education law to allow registered pharmacy technicians to administer the same immunizations that licensed pharmacists are authorized to give, provided they are under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist and have completed required training, including certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation or basic life support. To administer immunizations, registered pharmacy technicians must obtain an immunization certificate from the department after meeting all requirements. The bill clarifies that "direct supervision" means the supervising pharmacist is in the immediate area where procedures are performed or immediately available at the same location where an immunization is being administered, and they must authorize and evaluate the technician's work. This change aims to expand the roles of trained pharmacy technicians in providing healthcare services.