Bill > A08956

This bill amends New York's education law to allow pharmacists to dispense veterinary-specific compounded medications to veterinarians under certain conditions. Specifically, pharmacists can now provide drugs to veterinarians who can then keep these medications in stock for administration and sale, based on a non-patient specific prescription from a licensed veterinary practitioner. The bill includes an important caveat that any dispensing of drugs containing opioids or other controlled substances will be subject to limitations set by the Department of Health. This change appears designed to provide veterinarians with more flexible access to specialized medications they might need to treat animals, while maintaining appropriate regulatory oversight for potentially dangerous substances like opioids. The legislation would take effect immediately upon passage, streamlining the process for veterinary pharmaceutical procurement and potentially improving veterinary care by making certain medications more readily available.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8956