Bill > H0446

This bill adds a new section to Idaho state law that allows ivermectin, a medication typically used to treat parasitic infections in humans and animals, to be sold and purchased without a prescription or requiring consultation with a healthcare professional. The bill defines "over-the-counter medication" as medication that can be legally sold and purchased without a prescription, and specifically states that ivermectin suitable for human use can be sold in this manner, despite any existing laws that might previously have restricted its sale. The legislation is set to go into effect on July 1, 2025, and includes an emergency clause, which suggests the lawmakers view this as an urgent matter of public health or individual medical freedom. By making ivermectin available without prescription, the bill potentially increases access to the medication, though it does not address potential medical risks or appropriate usage guidelines that would typically be discussed with a healthcare professional.