Bill > S05625

This bill proposes several key changes to pharmacy staffing and pharmacist protections in New York state. First, it requires pharmacies that dispense over 200 prescriptions in a 14-hour period to have at least two licensed pharmacists on staff during the entire time these prescriptions are being processed. The bill also mandates that pharmacies maintain daily prescription logs detailing pharmacists' hourly prescription fills, which can be used during compliance audits to verify staffing requirements. Additionally, the legislation prohibits pharmacies from implementing policies that interfere with a pharmacist's professional duties or ethical judgments related to pharmacy practice. Importantly, the bill protects pharmacists from being terminated or dismissed if they refuse to meet performance metrics or prescription quotas that they believe would compromise patient safety. These provisions aim to ensure adequate pharmacy staffing, maintain professional standards, and protect pharmacists who prioritize patient care over productivity targets. The bill will take effect 30 days after becoming law.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S5625