Bill > HB0097

This bill amends existing Utah law to allow for the distribution of "facility-provided medication" to patients upon discharge if the medication is needed for ongoing treatment, with specific requirements for labeling and patient counseling. "Facility-provided medication" is defined as topical antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, dilation drops, or glaucoma drops/ointments that are either retrieved from a dispensing system during a procedure or visit, or ordered at least 24 hours in advance for a specific patient. The bill also clarifies that the usual pharmacist counseling requirements do not apply to these medications when dispensed under these new provisions, and it specifies that this new law will take effect on May 6, 2026, with a provision to coordinate with another bill, H.B. 301, regarding amendments to a specific subsection of law.