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Introduced
01/09/2026
01/09/2026
In Committee
01/15/2026
01/15/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/13/2026
03/13/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to licensure of medical spas; creating s. 381.9811, F.S.; providing a short title; providing legislative findings and purpose; providing definitions; requiring medical spas to be licensed under certain circumstances; providing licensure requirements; requiring the Board of Pharmacy to maintain a public database of licensed medical spas; providing database requirements; providing that a medical spa is a dispenser; prohibiting a medical spa from acquiring or receiving certain prescription medications; providing storage requirements for prescription medications and certain devices; requiring medical spas to have certain security controls; requiring medical spas to designate a responsible person; providing requirements for a responsible person; providing that submission of an application for licensure by a medical spa constitutes permission for inspections; providing requirements for inspections; requiring medical spas to notify the board of any adverse incidents within a specified timeframe; providing notice requirements; providing that a violation of specified provisions constitutes an unfair and deceptive trade practice; authorizing the board to investigate certain violations and provide penalties; requiring the board to adopt rules; providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill, titled the "Medical Spa Prescription Drug Oversight Act," establishes licensure requirements for medical spas that prepare, handle, store, administer, dispense, distribute, or otherwise use prescription medications, aiming to enhance patient safety by bringing these facilities under the regulatory oversight of the Board of Pharmacy. Key provisions include defining what constitutes a medical spa and an adverse event, requiring medical spas to obtain a license from the Board of Pharmacy, and mandating the board to maintain a public database of licensed facilities and their responsible persons. The bill clarifies that a licensed medical spa is considered a dispenser and outlines specific requirements for acquiring, storing, and securing prescription medications and related devices, while also requiring the designation of a responsible person, who is a licensed healthcare provider with supervising authority. Furthermore, it stipulates that applying for a license grants permission for inspections, requires prompt notification to the board of any serious adverse events, and designates misrepresenting prescription medications as deceptive trade practices, with the board authorized to investigate violations and impose penalties.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died in Health Professions & Programs Subcommittee (on 03/13/2026)
Official Document
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/1429 |
| BillText | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/1429/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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