Bill > SF3121

This bill modifies pharmacy intern provisions in Minnesota by updating definitions, fees, registration requirements, and internship credit hour standards. Specifically, the bill expands the definition of a pharmacy intern to include students enrolled in doctor of pharmacy programs accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), participants in residency or fellowship programs, and foreign pharmacy graduates who have passed certain exams. The legislation reduces the initial application fee for pharmacy interns from $75 to $25 and establishes a new annual renewal fee of $25 starting January 1, 2026. The bill introduces more detailed renewal requirements, including the need to maintain current employment notices, submit progress reports, and demonstrate active pursuit of a pharmacy degree. It also standardizes internship credit hour requirements, allowing interns to earn up to 1,600 total hours, with specific limitations on concurrent time and weekly hours. Interns must complete these hours under the supervision of a preceptor and can earn credits through various professional experiences. The bill aims to provide clearer guidelines and streamline the process for pharmacy interns entering the profession.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF3121&ssn=0&y=2025