Bill > HB1881

This bill amends the Pharmacy Act to expand the scope of practice for pharmacists, pharmacy interns, and pharmacy technicians in Pennsylvania. The bill allows pharmacists to administer injectable medications, biologicals, and immunizations to individuals eight years and older (and influenza and COVID-19 vaccines to those five and older), subject to specific training, certification, and practice guidelines. Key provisions include requiring pharmacists to complete an approved curriculum, maintain CPR certification, follow CDC guidelines, carry liability insurance, and notify a patient's primary care provider after administering a vaccine. The bill also permits pharmacy interns and, under certain conditions, pharmacy technicians to administer specific vaccines under a pharmacist's supervision. Additionally, the bill allows pharmacies with a valid clinical laboratory waiver to perform certain COVID-19, influenza, RSV, and strep tests, and mandates that the Department of Health produce a comprehensive report on pharmacy-administered vaccines, including data on vaccines given to individuals under 18. The legislation also repeals a previous chapter of the Pharmacy Audit Integrity and Transparency Act and will take effect 60 days after passage.

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